How to Open a .MDF File

The .MDF extension format is required when a backup of the data is made on the DVDs or the CDs. The .MDF files can be used like an actual disk, and you do not have to insert the disk into the computer system again.

•Step 1: Download the .MDF file openers. You may use the trial versions or the free software downloads.

•Step 2: After you finish downloading, you may install the .MDF file opener. You may wish to disable the option of including in the tool bar the .MDF file opener during installation. If you are not requiring it often, there is no need to clutter your tool bar.

•Step 3: Go to the .MDF file and in the file dialog box click on open. The appropriate disk image will be loaded by the .MDF file opener. The software will ask you to confirm if that is the file you want to convert.

•Step 4: You may also drag the .MDF file in the application window for opening the .MDF file.

•Step 5: The .MDF file opener can also help you copy a file. With the .MDF file opener open, you will also be able to drag and drop the folder into the file opener for copying the desired files.

•Step 6: Add the files in an existing .MDF folder. You may access the file menu to go to ‘Add File’ for selecting the file that you want to add. You may click on Open for returning to the original menu.

If you still face problems in opening .MDF files, you can contact a remote computer repair provider for assistance.