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Convert your DDS file to SVG

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Create vector files with our easy to use and free tool. Our tool lets you upload a DDS (DirectDraw Surface) file and from this, create a vector-based SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) file that you can then download and edit/use within vector file editors or use for high definition printing applications. If you have ultiple DDS files to convert then our tool can also batch convert DDS files too. Currently our tool supports up to 25 conversions at a time.

Options are available to specify/remove a background color if the source DDS image does not contain a transparent background. Our tool can attempt to determine the background color automatically or you can manually specify the background color to remove.

How to Convert your DDS to SVG Online?

Here are 3 simple steps to create an SVG file from a DDS file.

Upload a DDS

Click the "Upload a File" button and select a DDS to upload. The maximum file size is 100MB.

Select your Options

Set the dimensions and other options and click the "Convert to SVG" button to convert your DDS to SVG.

Download your SVG

Click the download link once completed to receive your SVG file.

FAQ

How can I convert my DDS file to SVG?

First click the "Upload..." button, select your DDS file to upload. Select any configuration options. When the DDS to SVG conversion has completed, you can download your SVG file straight away.

How long does it take to convert my DDS to SVG?

We aim to process all DDS to SVG conversions as quickly as possible, this usually takes around 5 seconds but can be more for larger more complex files so please be patient.

How accurate is the DDS to SVG conversion?

We aim to create the most accurate conversions with our tools. Our tools are under constant development with new features and improvements being added every week.

Is it safe to convert my DDS to SVG on ImageToStl.com?

Yes, of course! We do not store the DDS file you submit to us. The resulting SVG file, once created is deleted 15 minutes after upload and the download link will expire after this time.

Can I convert DDS to SVG on Windows, Linux, Android, iOS or Mac OS?

Yes! Our DDS to SVG tool will run on any system with a modern web browser. No specialist software is needed to run any of our conversion tools.

What if I am using an Ad Blocker, will that affect things?

Yes. Although you can use an Ad Blocker, if you like our DDS conversion tool please consider white-listing our site. When an Ad Blocker is enabled there are some conversion limits on some of our tools and processing/conversion times will be longer.

File format information for DDS to SVG

ExtensionDDS
Full NameDirectDraw Surface
TypeImage
Mime Typeimage/vnd-ms.dds
FormatBinary
Open WithPaint.Net

Description

The DDS file format was introduced my Microsoft in 1999 intended to be its standard image format for the DirectX 7 3D graphics Api. The format is used to store textures for use within 3D graphics and game environments and can be compressed or uncompressed.

The compression algorithm used by DDS was the previously proprietary S3 Texture Compression which could reduce the image file size down and was easy for the GPU to decompress in real-time. The format is still used and there are some 3rd party image editors that are compatible with the format.

ExtensionSVG
Full NameScalable Vector Graphics
TypeImage
Mime Typeimage/svg+xml
FormatText

Description

Introduced by the W3C organisation in 2001 the SVG file format grew to become the standard web file format for vector based 2D images and is supported by the majority of modern web browsers. SVG files are Xml based text files containing 2D vector elements such as paths, simple shapes, colors and more.

The SVG format itself whilst primarily a vector format can include raster images as well as text. Due to its vector based format SVG files lend themselves very well to website company logos and icons. A compressed format of SVG also exists which uses the extension SVGZ and employs the GZIP compression algorithm.

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