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Convert HEIF to DDS

Convert HEIF images to DDS format, edit and optimize images online and free.

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High Efficiency Image Format (.heif)

HEIF Converter

DirectDraw Surface (.dds)

DDS, which stands for DirectDraw Surface is a container file format developed by Microsoft for storing compressed and uncompressed pixel formats. It is often used for texturing video game unit models and storing digital photos and desktop backgrounds. Microsoft introduced the DDS format with DirectX 7.0 and has since introduced various improvements.

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How to convert HEIF to DDS?

  1. Upload HEIF File

    Click the Choose File button to select the HEIF file.

  2. Select HEIF Tools

    For advanced customized conversion, use HEIF to DDS tools and click Convert.

  3. Download Your DDS

    After the convert is complete, click on the Download button to get your DDS image.

Convert HEIF to DDS

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change HEIF format to DDS?

To change HEIF format to DDS, upload your HEIF file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your HEIF file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted DDS file afterward.

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Convert HEIF to DDS on macOS

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your macOS system.

  1. Open macOS Terminal.
  2. Either cd to HEIF file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your HEIF_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert HEIF_INPUT_FILE --to dds

Convert HEIF to DDS on Windows

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.

  1. Open Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell.
  2. Either cd to HEIF file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your HEIF_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert HEIF_INPUT_FILE --to dds

Convert HEIF to DDS on Linux

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.

  1. Open Linux Terminal.
  2. Either cd to HEIF file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your HEIF_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert HEIF_INPUT_FILE --to dds

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