Convert XWD to DDS
Convert XWD images to DDS format, edit and optimize images online and free.
Drop Files Anywhere to Upload
The XWD (X Windows Dump) file extension refers to an uncompressed bitmap image format used by the X Window System to store screen captures or "screen dumps" of windows or backgrounds. Developed by the X Consortium, it captures images of graphical user interfaces on UNIX and Linux platforms. The format, originating with X10 and later used in X11, is known for its large file sizes due to the lack of compression. XWD files are typically used for debugging and documentation purposes within the realm of computer graphics.
The DirectDraw Surface (DDS) file extension is used primarily for storing graphical textures and cubic environment maps in the field of computer technology. Introduced by Microsoft with DirectX 7.0, DDS files facilitate efficient loading and storage of texture data, crucial for rendering 3D graphics in real-time applications like video games and simulation software. These files support both uncompressed and compressed formats, leveraging S3 Texture Compression (S3TC) to optimize memory usage and performance. DDS files are indispensable in modern graphics programming, enabling quick texture manipulation and robust graphical asset management.
Select any XWD file from your device to start uploading it.
Before clicking the Convert button, use any available XWD to DDS tools.
When the conversion status changes to successful, click on the Download button to get the final DDS image.
To change XWD format to DDS, upload your XWD file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your XWD file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted DDS file afterward.
Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your macOS system.
cd to XWD file location or include path to your input file.Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.
cd to XWD file location or include path to your input file.Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.
cd to XWD file location or include path to your input file.