Convert WBFS to WIA

File Extension WBFS
Full Name Nintendo Wii Backup Format System Format

WBFS is a file extension used for game image files. WBFS file stores copy of video game for Wii game console developed by Nintendo. Game copies can be made using Wiimms ISO Tools application and saved on SD card or USB drive.

File Extension WIA
Full Name Nintendo Wii ISO Archive

WIA files are associated with Nintendo Wii game console. WIA is an archive file format for storing disc images in binary container, similar to ISO files.

What is file format conversion?

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

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

Conversion from WBFS to WIA

WBFS to WIA

How to convert the WBFS file to WIA?

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

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file WBFS, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the WBFS file to the application
  • Select the output format of the WIA file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file WIA on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted WIA file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
Other conversions
from the WBFS format:
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Other conversions
to the WIA format:
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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.