Convert VSSX to VSS
| File Extension | VSSX |
| Full Name | Microsoft Visio 2013 Stencil Format |
VSSX file stores colection of shapes. This format is used by Microsoft Visio software. Initially Visio was a stand-alone tool, but after Microsoft bought Visio company in 2000, it is distributed as a part of Microsoft Office suite. The tool is actively developed, and VSSX format is still popular.
| File Extension | VSS |
| Full Name | Microsoft Visio Smartshapes Format |
VSS file format is used by one of Microsoft Office tools, namely Microsoft Visio. VSS file stores shapes and elements, and various connectors (arrows, lines). Microsoft Visio tool allows users to create flowcharts, diagrams, objects for business porcess visualization. Projects are stored as VSD, and can be imported by other Office applications.
What is file format conversion?
File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "VSSX") to another (referred to as "VSS"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, VSSX 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 VSSX to format VSS becomes essential.
So, how can we perform VSSX to VSS 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 VSSX and transforming it into format VSS. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of VSSX to VSS converters.
Conversion from VSSX to VSS
VSSX to VSS
How to convert the VSSX file to VSS?
If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of VSSX to VSS. 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 VSSX file:
- Please indicate on your computer the source file VSSX, the format of which you are going to change
- Load the VSSX file to the application
- Select the output format of the VSS file (the one that we want to achieve)
- Select the location to save the output file VSS on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
- Confirm conversion
- Wait for a moment
- Enjoy the converted VSS file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
Other conversions
from the VSSX format:
Other conversions
to the VSS format:
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.