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Convert ICO to DDS

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

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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 ICO to DDS?

  1. Upload ICO File

    Select a ICO image from your computer, or drag & drop it on the page.

  2. Select ICO Tools

    Use any available ICO to DDS tools on the preview page and click Convert.

  3. Download Your DDS

    You will be redirected to the download page to see the conversion status and download your DDS file.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to change ICO format to DDS?

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

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Convert ICO 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 ICO file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your ICO_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert ICO_INPUT_FILE --to dds

Convert ICO 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 ICO file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your ICO_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert ICO_INPUT_FILE --to dds

Convert ICO 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 ICO file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your ICO_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert ICO_INPUT_FILE --to dds

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