File Extension Database

Open ADI File

When working with different types of files, it is important to understand the file extensions associated with them. One such file extension is the ADI extension. In this article, we will cover various formats associated with ADI files, as well as ways to open and use these files. We will also discuss separate uses for each type of ADI file.

AutoCAD Device-Independent Binary Plotter File

The most common use of the ADI file extension is for an AutoCAD Device-Independent Binary Plotter File. These files are created by AutoCAD, a popular 2D and 3D computer-aided design (CAD) software developed by Autodesk. ADI files are primarily used to store plotting data, such as instructions for creating a plotter drawing or outputting a plotter image. To open and use an ADI file in AutoCAD, simply follow these steps:

Launch the AutoCAD application.
Click on the "File" menu and select "Open."
Navigate to the directory containing the ADI file you wish to open.
Select the ADI file and click "Open."

For more information on AutoCAD and Autodesk product support, visit the official Autodesk AutoCAD help page.

Active@ Disk Image Files

Another format that uses the ADI file extension is Active@ Disk Image files. These files are generated by the Active@ Disk Image software, a utility designed for creating and restoring disk images of computer hard drives or other storage media. To open and use an ADI file with Active@ Disk Image, follow these steps:

Open the Active@ Disk Image application.
Select "Open Disk Image."
Browse to the location of the ADI file you want to open.
Select the ADI file, then click "Open."

For more information on Active@ Disk Image and working with ADI files, visit the Active@ Disk Image website.

ADI File Important Information

In summary, understanding the file extension and format of the ADI files you are working with is crucial for successfully opening and using the files. Remember, the two main formats for ADI files are AutoCAD Device-Independent Binary Plotter Files, which can be opened and used with AutoCAD software, and Active@ Disk Image files, which can be opened and utilized using Active@ Disk Image software. Be sure to visit the respective websites of AutoCAD and Active@ Disk Image for additional support and resources.

How Can I Open ADI File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open ADI file is to find a ADI file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a ADI file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open ADI file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as ADI file opener then try to search online for "ADI viewer", "application to open ADI file" or "open ADI file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open ADI file

How Can I Open ADI File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a ADI file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a ADI file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with ADI file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as ADI file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open ADI file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open ADI file then try to search for "ADI viewer", "application to open ADI file" or "read ADI file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read ADI file

How Can I Open ADI File on Android

If you downloaded a ADI file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded ADI file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "ADI".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "ADI viewer", "ADI file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open ADI File on iPhone or iPad

To open ADI File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the ADI file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "ADI". This way you can find apps which can open ADI files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "ADI viewer" or "ADI file" online in your favorite search engine.

Populating this website with information and maintaining it is an ongoing process. We always welcome feedback and questions that can be submitted by visiting Contact Us page. However since there are many users visiting this website and because our team is quite small we may not be able to follow up personally on every request. Thank you for your understanding.

Extensionfile.net team was busy developing new customer service product app to help access customer service easier. Check it out on the Apple app store.