Basic information about MD1 file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension MD1（*.MD1 or *.md1）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the MD1 file yourself.

There are 2 file types using the MD1 file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the MD1 file with their brief description and a list of programs that support MD1 file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the MD1 file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the MD1 file?
  • How to open a MD1 file?
  • What programs do I need to open a MD1 file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a MD1 file?
  • How to convert MD1 files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to MD1 file format?


1.Detail information about MD1 file extension: GEAR CD/DVD Disc Image

File type GEAR CD/DVD Disc Image Category Disk Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description MD1 file is a GEAR CD/DVD Disc Image. Copy of a CD or DVD created by GEAR disc burning software
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MD1 files

Windows		 GEAR Software GEAR PRO
EZB Systems UltraISO
Alcohol 120%
Gear DVD
MagicISO


2.Detail information about MD1 file extension: Alcohol Disk Image Segment 2

File type Alcohol Disk Image Segment 2 Category Disk Image Files
Developer Alcohol Software File format N/A
Description MD1 file is a Alcohol Disk Image Segment 2 developed by Alcohol Software.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert MD1 files

Windows		 Alcohol 120%

macOS
 MISO-J (to join the segments)



How to convert MD1 files to another file format?

There are 1 records in our database eligible for MD1 files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve MD1 to another files conversion, you may use the option.

MD1 to MDS


Can't open a MD1 file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.MD1”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the MD1 extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support MD1 file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of MD1 files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a MD1 file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a MD1 file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a MD1 file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the MD1 file is damaged.
  • Whether the MD1 file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the MD1 file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the MD1 file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the MD1 file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a MD1 file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a MD1 file.

If the MD1 file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.