Convert CBZ to DIZ

Understanding CBZ and DIZ file formats

CBZ is a popular file format used for comic book archives. It is essentially a ZIP archive containing sequentially numbered image files (such as JPEG or PNG), which comic book readers can display in order. DIZ files, on the other hand, are plain text files (usually named FILE_ID.DIZ) that provide a brief description of the contents of a compressed archive, commonly used in the BBS (Bulletin Board System) era.

Purpose of converting CBZ to DIZ

Converting a CBZ file to a DIZ file typically means extracting information from the comic archive (such as the title, author, or summary) and saving it as a plain text description. This is useful for cataloging, archiving, or sharing metadata about the comic book.

How to convert CBZ to DIZ

There is no direct, automated tool that converts CBZ files to DIZ files, since they serve very different purposes. However, you can manually create a DIZ file from a CBZ archive by following these steps:

1. Extract the CBZ file: Use a file archiver like 7-Zip or WinRAR to open the CBZ file (since it is a ZIP archive).
2. Review the contents: Look for any included metadata files (such as ComicInfo.xml) or use the comic's filename and folder structure to gather information.
3. Create a DIZ file: Open a text editor (like Notepad) and write a brief description of the comic, including title, author, and any relevant details.
4. Save the file: Save your description as FILE_ID.DIZ in plain text format.
5. Add the DIZ file to the archive (optional): If you want, you can add the FILE_ID.DIZ back into the CBZ archive using your archiver.

Recommended software for the process

• 7-Zip (Windows, free): For extracting and adding files to CBZ archives.
• WinRAR (Windows, paid with trial): Another excellent archiver for handling CBZ files.
• Notepad (Windows, free) or Notepad++: For creating and editing DIZ files.

Summary

While there is no direct CBZ to DIZ converter, you can manually extract information from a CBZ file and create a DIZ file using a text editor. This process is straightforward and helps in cataloging or sharing comic book metadata.