How to open MDF file

MDF is a disk image file. Most often, various computer games are found in this format. In order to open this format, a special virtual drive is required. In this article we will take a detailed look at the programs that can be used to open this format.

First utility: Alcohol 120%

The predominant number of MDF files are created using Alcohol 120%, which means they can be opened with this program. The utility is paid, but it has a huge number of useful functions. It is worth noting that there is a free demo version of the program.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. Revealing "File" and click "Open".
   
   
   
   
   
2. In a new window, find your MDS file and open it. It's worth noting that MDS and MDF are related formats, so don't be alarmed if only MDS is in Explorer.
   
   
   
   
   
3. The selected file appears in the work area. Open its context menu and click "Mount to device".
   
   
   
   
   
4. A new window has appeared, with which you can easily open a file of this format.
   
   
   
   

Second utility: DAEMON Tools Lite

This is another multifunctional utility that allows you to open MDF files.

Walkthrough:

1. Open "Images" and click on the plus sign.
   
   
   
   
   
2. Go to the folder with the required file and open it.
   
   
   
   
   
3. Select the file in the work area and click "Mount". It is worth noting that you can open a file using the button "Quick Mount".
   
   
   
   

Third utility: UltraISO

This is less functional, but at the same time very convenient program.

Step-by-step instruction:

1. I'm shchyolkaem "File", and then "Open".
   
   
   
   
   
2. Find the source file and open it.
   
   
   
   
   
3. All files of this image are displayed in the program window. You can open them by double-clicking with the left mouse button.
   

Fourth utility: PowerISO

This is a good utility that has an intuitive interface and a basic number of functions.

Walkthrough:

1. Click as standard "File", and then "Open".
   
   
   
   
   
2. Explorer has opened, in which you need to find a file of this format and open it.
   
   
   
   
   
3. As in the previous utility, here all the image files are displayed in the working window of the program. Each file can also be opened by double-clicking LMB. Using the button "Extract" you can transfer files to your desktop. Ready!
   
   
   
   

In the article we looked at the most basic utilities with which you can open MDF files. Each program has its own advantages and disadvantages.