Convert VSD to VSS

File Extension VSD
Full Name Microsoft Visio Diagram Document Format

Files with the .VSD extension contain business diagram project data – visual objects, information flows, text, data about imported sources. These projects can, for example, present process and work diagrams, as well as networks, software, company charts, and database models.

File Extension VSS
Full Name Microsoft Visio Smartshapes Format

VSS file format is used by one of Microsoft Office tools, namely Microsoft Visio. VSS file stores shapes and elements, and various connectors (arrows, lines). Microsoft Visio tool allows users to create flowcharts, diagrams, objects for business porcess visualization. Projects are stored as VSD, and can be imported by other Office applications.

What is file format conversion?

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

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

Conversion from VSD to VSS

How to convert the VSD file to VSS?

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

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