Basic information about ISO file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension ISO(*.ISO or *.iso), 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 ISO file yourself.

There are 9 file types using the ISO file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the ISO file with their brief description and a list of programs that support ISO file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the ISO file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the ISO file?
  • How to open a ISO file?
  • What programs do I need to open a ISO file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a ISO file?
  • How to convert ISO files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to ISO file format?


1.Detail information about ISO file extension: PlayStation 2 ROM File

File type PlayStation 2 ROM File Category Disk Image Files
Developer N/A File format Binary
Description ISO file is a PlayStation 2 ROM File. ROM file that contains a complete copy of data extracted from a PlayStation 2 game; often used for making backup copies of PS2 games; can be opened with a PlayStation 2 (PS2) emulator such as PCSX2.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ISO files

Windows
PCSX2

Linux
PCSX2


2.Detail information about ISO file extension: Disc Image File



3.Detail information about ISO file extension: Arbortext IsoDraw Document

File type Arbortext IsoDraw Document Category CAD Files
Developer PTC File format N/A
Description ISO file is a Arbortext IsoDraw Document developed by PTC.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ISO files

Windows
PTC Arbortext IsoDraw
PTC Creo View Express


4.Detail information about ISO file extension: CD/DVD/HD DVD/Blu-ray Disc ISO Binary Image



5.Detail information about ISO file extension: CALS ISO 8613 Bitmap Graphics

File type CALS ISO 8613 Bitmap Graphics Category Raster Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ISO file is a CALS ISO 8613 Bitmap Graphics.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ISO files


6.Detail information about ISO file extension: Cimagraphi CAD File

File type Cimagraphi CAD File Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ISO file is a Cimagraphi CAD File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ISO files

Windows
Cimagraphi


7.Detail information about ISO file extension: InstallShield Uninstall Data

File type InstallShield Uninstall Data Category Settings Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ISO file is a InstallShield Uninstall Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ISO files

Windows
InstallShield


8.Detail information about ISO file extension: Sega CD Game Disk Image

File type Sega CD Game Disk Image Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ISO file is a Sega CD Game Disk Image.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ISO files

Windows
Gens


9.Detail information about ISO file extension: EPSXe Sony Playstation Game Image

File type EPSXe Sony Playstation Game Image Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description ISO file is a EPSXe Sony Playstation Game Image.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert ISO files

Windows
ePSXe
PSXPeria: Native PSX Emulator ISO Converter



How to convert ISO files to another file format?

There are 35 records in our database eligible for ISO files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve ISO to another files conversion, you may use the option.



How to convert another files to ISO file format?

There are 64 records in our database eligible for another files to ISO file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to ISO conversion, you may use the option.



Can't open a ISO 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.ISO”。

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 ISO extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support ISO 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 ISO 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 ISO file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a ISO 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 ISO file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the ISO 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.