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Convert PSD to DDS

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

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Adobe Photoshop Document (.psd)

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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 PSD to DDS?

  1. Upload PSD File

    Drag & drop or browse your device to select and upload your PSD file.

  2. Select PSD Tools

    For an advanced conversion, use the PSD to DDS optional tools available on the preview page and click the Convert button.

  3. Download Your DDS

    Give it a moment for the DDS conversion to complete, then download your file afterward.

Convert PSD to DDS

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change PSD format to DDS?

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

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

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

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

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