Convert VDI to ISO

File Extension VDI
Full Name VirtualBox Disk Image Format

VDI file is a hard disk image file used by Oracle Virtual Box software. This type of file contains physical disk copy that preserves disk’s data and file structure. VDI file allows users to run various operating systems in Mac, Unix or Windows system environments.

File Extension ISO
Full Name CD/DVD/HD DVD/Blu-ray Disc ISO Binary Image Format

The extension .iso refers to files of the type, ISO disk images. These are the exact copies of data present on a CD or DVD. The file is also capable of storing the exact structure of file system information. These ISO files are usually used for backup purposes to store the data present on vital DVD and CD resources.

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "VDI") to another (referred to as "ISO"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, VDI 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 VDI to format ISO becomes essential.

So, how can we perform VDI to ISO 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 VDI and transforming it into format ISO. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of VDI to ISO converters.

Conversion from VDI to ISO

VDI to ISO

How to convert the VDI file to ISO?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of VDI to ISO. 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 VDI file:

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file VDI, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the VDI file to the application
  • Select the output format of the ISO file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file ISO on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted ISO 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.