Convert ICON to TIF

File Extension ICON
Full Name Icon Image Format

File Extension TIF
Full Name Aldus Tagged Image File Format (TIFF) Bitmap Image

The .tif extension stands for tagged image files. These are one of the popular file formats for storing digital graphics and images. The file is also sometimes referenced as TIFF file. The file structure for a tagged image file is a versatile one and allows multiple layers and page support.

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "ICON") to another (referred to as "TIF"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, ICON file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format ICON to format TIF becomes essential.

So, how can we perform ICON to TIF file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format ICON and transforming it into format TIF. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of ICON to TIF converters.

Conversion from ICON to TIF

How to convert the ICON file to TIF?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of ICON to TIF. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the ICON file:

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file ICON, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the ICON file to the application
  • Select the output format of the TIF file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file TIF on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted TIF file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
I cannot see the file extensions. What should I do?

File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.