Convert DMG to GI
| File Extension | DMG |
| Full Name | Apple Mac OS X Disk Image Format |
The .dmg file extension refers to the files of the type, Apple disk images. The Apple disk image files are common on the MAC operating systems and are used on Apple manufactured computers. These files are used as virtual drives.Upon the execution, the image files are mounted to the disk and appear as if they are a drive on the computer.
| File Extension | GI |
| Full Name | Prassi DVD Disk Image Format |
GI file extension is one of the least popular formats for storing optical disc image data. The format is supported by most free and paid image management software tools.
What is file format conversion?
File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "DMG") to another (referred to as "GI"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, DMG 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 DMG to format GI becomes essential.
So, how can we perform DMG to GI 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 DMG and transforming it into format GI. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of DMG to GI converters.
Conversion from DMG to GI
How to convert the DMG file to GI?
If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of DMG to GI. 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 DMG file:
- Please indicate on your computer the source file DMG, the format of which you are going to change
- Load the DMG file to the application
- Select the output format of the GI file (the one that we want to achieve)
- Select the location to save the output file GI on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
- Confirm conversion
- Wait for a moment
- Enjoy the converted GI file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
Other conversions
from the DMG 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.