.dds

File Type

DirectDraw Surface Image

File Format

Standard (developed by Microsoft)

Usage

Open manually

Popularity

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Description

Raster image format used by Microsoft DirectX to store textures and environments; can store compressed and uncompressed pixel formats; sometimes used for storing Windows desktop backgrounds or wallpapers; also used for texturing video game unit models.

Open With

Windows

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