.I File Extension

i File Extension

The i file extension is used by Visual Studio Intermediate Files generated by the Microsoft Visual Studio compiler when compiling a Visual C++ project. It contains the output from the preprocessor operation and may be used to diagnose and fix compilation errors.

How to Open i Files

To generate an i file from a source file in Visual Studio, right-click on the file, select "Properties," then navigate to C/C++ → Preprocessor in the Properties tree. Deselect "No" for the "Generate Preprocessed File" option. When you compile the file, an i file will be created.

Can i Files Be Converted?

i files are intermediate files generated during compilation and are not typically converted to other formats.

Technical Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an i file?

An i file is a Visual Studio Intermediate File generated during the compilation of a Visual C++ project.

Can i files be converted?

i files are not typically converted to other formats as they are intermediate files used during compilation.