DOT File Extension

DOT file extension is created by Microsoft, also known as Word Document Template. DOT has been classified as Page Layout Files. This file is saved in a binary format, which requires a specific program to read its contents. You can open DOT files in ATT Graphviz program.

Word Document Template File Type

Word Document Template File Type

Extension	.dot
Developer	Microsoft
Popularity	Very Common Common Average Uncommon Rare 5.0 (1 Votes) Thank you for voting!Already voted, thanks!
Mime Type	mime-type/not.available
Default Program	ATT Graphviz
Category	Page Layout Files
Format	Binary
Updated	12/1/2024

What is a DOT File Type?

DOT file open in Microsoft Word 2016Some templates are included with Microsoft Word that allow you to create a document such as a resume, cover letter, newsletter, or business plan, with the formatting already in place. You can also create your own templates with custom page layout, fonts, and styles.DOT files were replaced by .DOTX files with the release of Microsoft Office 2007. DOTX files are saved in the newer Open XML-based Word document format and can be opened in Microsoft Word 2007 or previous versions of Word with Open XML component support.

Free online DOT Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .DOT (Word Document Template) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to DOT, merge, split and compare the DOT files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.

DOT Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Word Document Template .DOT=10159 File Extensions while opening the .DOT=10159 files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open DOT Files?

1. You must have supported software programs installed for Word Document Template on your system such as ATT Graphviz.
2. Associate default Att Graphviz ATT Graphviz program for *.dot (Word Document Template) files.
   
   

   Associate DOT Default Program on Windows

   1. Right-click a *.DOT (e.g example.dot) file and click Open With.
   2. In the Open with dialog box, click Att Graphviz ATT Graphviz program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
   3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .dot files.
   
   

   Associate DOT Default Program on MacOs

   1. Click *.DOT (e.g example.dot) file and click information -> Open With.
   2. In the programs list, click Att Graphviz ATT Graphviz program Or other appropriate program that you want.
   3. Confirm Change for all... and Contine.
   4. A message will appear "This change will be applied to all files with .ATT Graphviz extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.

Related DOT File Extensions

DOT default file extension is .DOT and other similer related extensions are:

All Platform Software Programs for DOT File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the DOT files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Open DOT File on Windows

	Software	License	Developer
	AbiSource AbiWord 3 for Windows	Open Source	AbiSource
	Aspose Aspose.Total for .NET 16.3.0 for Windows	Commercial	Aspose
	ATT Graphviz 000 for Windows	Free	ATT Graphviz
	Microsoft Office 2019 for Windows	Commercial	Microsoft
	Ability Office 6 for Windows	Commercial	Ability
	IMSI TurboPDF 7 for Windows	Commercial	IMSI
	Microsoft Word 365 for Windows	Commercial	Microsoft
	Corel WordPerfect 2020 for Windows	Commercial	Corel
	Microsoft Works 9 for Windows	Commercial	Microsoft

Open DOT File on Mac OS

	Software	License	Developer
	ATT Graphviz 000 for MacOs	Free	ATT Graphviz
	Microsoft Office 2019 for MacOs	Commercial	Microsoft
	Microsoft Word 365 for MacOs	Commercial	Microsoft
	Microsoft Word for Mac 2019 for MacOs	Commercial	Microsoft

Open DOT file on Linux

	Software	License	Developer
	AbiSource AbiWord 3 for Linux	Open Source	AbiSource
	ATT Graphviz 000 for Linux	Free	ATT Graphviz

Open DOT file on Web

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Open DOT file on iOS

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Open DOT file on Android

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About Licensing

1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
3. Free⁺ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

About DOT - Word Document Template

Updated 12/1/2024

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