Tips to open CDI file

Can't open the CDI file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open CDI files as well as a list of programs that support CDI files.

CDI file extension

File Name DiscJuggler Disc Image
File Developer Padus
File Category Disk Image Files

The CDI file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the CDI files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the CDI file on each system platform.

Operating systems
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What is CDI file?

The file with the extension CDI is the Disk Image Files file type. It was designed by Padus. In addition to this file, the Disk Image Files category includes 203 related files. DiscJuggler Disc Image is supported by 1 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. The main program that supports this format is DiscJuggler. This was created by Padus, Inc.. This file type can also be opened by 8 other programs. PowerISO, IsoBuster, UltraISO, ImgBurn will apply when it is not possible to use DiscJuggler.

How to open CDI file?

An often recurring problem with DiscJuggler Disc Image is that CDI is not associated with the correct program file. This causes the file CDI to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. How to solve such a problem?

The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the CDI file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.

Step 1. Install DiscJuggler

An often overlooked issue is to make sure that DiscJuggler is installed on the computer. To do this, enter the name DiscJuggler into the system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support CDI files.

Step 2. Create association of DiscJuggler with CDI files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the CDI file still does not use the DiscJuggler program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the CDI file with the DiscJuggler program.

Step 3. Update DiscJuggler to the latest version

If, despite the association of the DiscJuggler program with the DiscJuggler Disc Image file, the file still does not open, check the program version and possibly update it to the newest version. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Padus, Inc. website and install the latest version.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the CDI file

The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:

The CDI file may be unusually small compared to the original file. Usually this applies to CDI files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our CDI file. However, remember that not every infected CDI file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the CDI file. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged CDI files. You can restore the file from a backup or use Padus help.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted CDI files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. Copying the CDI file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file CDI to close. However, some background programs may block the CDI file while scanning. If the problem persists, restart the machine.