ADI files exist as 5 different types. Please find information about each of them below.
Type 1: AOMEI Backupper Disk Backup File
Disk image created by AOMEI Backupper for Windows users. Contains backup of hard disk used to restore disks when data loss occurs. ADI files can be compressed and split to reduce size. You can also re...
General Information
| Title | ADI File Extension |
| Extension | .adi |
| Full Form | AOMEI Backupper Disk Image |
| File Type | Disk Backup File |
| Developer | AOMEI Technology |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store disk backup |
| Additional Functions | System restoration, Disk cloning |
| Features | Compression, Encryption |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High fidelity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Data Backup | Yes |
| System Recovery | Yes |
| Data Transfer | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Unauthorized access |
| Best Practices | Password protection, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2012 |
| Latest Version | Depends on AOMEI Backupper version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .iso, .img, .bkf |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 AOMEI Backupper |
Free, Paid versions | Windows |
Type 2: Dynamics AX Developer Documentation Index File
The adi file extension is used for developer documentation in Microsoft Dynamics AX, an enterprise resource planning software. The default software to open adi files is Microsoft Dynamics AX. Microsof...
General Information
| Title | ADI File Extension |
| Extension | .adi |
| Full Form | Dynamics AX Developer Documentation Index File |
| File Type | Index File |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Index documentation |
| Additional Functions | Developer reference |
| Features | Fast lookup, Organized structure |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Structured data |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Software Development | Yes |
| Documentation Indexing | Yes |
| Developer Reference | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Version control, Backup |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Associated with AX release |
| Latest Version | Dependent on Dynamics AX version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .ald, .alc, .alp |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Dynamics AX |
Licensed | Windows |
| Microsoft Visual Studio |
Free, Licensed | Windows, Mac |
Type 3: Active@ Disk Image Backup File
Active@ Disk Image splits backup files. File names use the backup name and sequence number. A two part backup of "MyBackup" has files MyBackup1.adi and MyBackup2.adi. To open an ADI file use Active@ D...
File Function
| Title | File Function |
| Primary Function | Disk imaging |
| Additional Functions | Backup, Recovery |
| Features | Sector-by-sector copy, Compression |
File Characteristics
| Title | File Characteristics |
| Quality | High fidelity |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | No |
| Binary | Yes |
Use Cases
| Title | Use Cases |
| Data Backup | Yes |
| System Migration | Yes |
| Disaster Recovery | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Title | Security and Practices |
| Security Risks | Unauthorized access |
| Best Practices | Encryption, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Title | Historical/Version Information |
| Initial Release | 2000s |
| Latest Version | Varies with software version |
Associated Types
| Title | Associated Types |
| Similar Extensions | .iso, .vhd, .vhdx |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Title |
||
| Active@ Disk Image |
Commercial, Trial | Windows, DOS |
Type 4: AutoCAD Device-Independent Binary Plotter File
The ADI data file is related to Autodesk AutoCAD. The most common use of the ADI file extension is for an AutoCAD Device-Independent Binary Plotter File. These files are created by AutoCAD to store pl...
General Information
| Title | ADI File Extension |
| Extension | .adi |
| Full Form | AutoCAD Device-Independent Binary Plotter File |
| File Type | Plotter File |
| Developer | Autodesk |
| MIME Type | application/x-adi |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store plotter data |
| Additional Functions | Transfer plotting information |
| Features | Device-independent, Binary format |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | No |
Use Cases
| Engineering Drawings | Yes |
| Architecture | Yes |
| Manufacturing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low |
| Best Practices | Regular updates, Authorized access |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1980s |
| Latest Version | Dependent on AutoCAD version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .dwg, .dxf, .plt |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 AutoCAD |
Paid | Windows, Mac |
 Autodesk Viewer |
Free | Web-based |
Type 5: Amateur Data Interchange Format
Amateur radio operators keep logs of contacts made during operation. They use automated logbook software to store this information. In 1996, the Amateur Data Interface Format (ADIF) was introduced. It...
General Information
| Title | ADI File Extension |
| Extension | .adi |
| Full Form | Amateur Data Interchange Format |
| File Type | Logbook File |
| Developer | Amateur Radio Community |
| MIME Type | text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Log contacts |
| Additional Functions | Data exchange |
| Features | Standardized, Text-based |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Text-based |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Amateur Radio | Yes |
| Contest Logging | Yes |
| QSO Tracking | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Low risk |
| Best Practices | Backup regularly |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Varies |
| Latest Version | Ongoing updates |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .log, .csv, .txt |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
| Ham Radio Deluxe |
Paid, Free Trial | Windows |
| N1MM Logger+ |
Free | Windows |
| DXKeeper |
Free | Windows |