Convert ISO to CDI

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.

File Extension CDI
Full Name DiscJuggler Image Format

File with a .CDI extension contains an image of an optical drive, created with the Discluggler software supporting different CD formats.

What is file format conversion?

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

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

Conversion from ISO to CDI

How to convert the ISO file to CDI?

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

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