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Convert TIF to DDS

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

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Tagged Image File Format (.tif)

TIF and TIFF both stand for an identical format. TIF, which stands for Tagged Image File Format, is a digital file format for storing raster graphics. Because the TIF format is used for containing high-quality graphics, it is popular among professional photographers, graphic artists, and the publishing industry.

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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 TIF to DDS?

  1. Upload TIF File

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

  2. Select TIF Tools

    Use the tools available for converting TIF to DDS and click the Convert button.

  3. Download Your DDS

    Let the conversion process finish, then download your DDS image.

Convert TIF to DDS

Tools

TIF Rotate

Rotate TIF to right (90° clockwise), to left (90° counter-clockwise), 180°, and convert it to DDS.

TIF Flip

Flip TIF vertically and/or horizontally (flop), and convert it to DDS.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change TIF format to DDS?

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

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

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

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

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