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ODT File Extension

ODT file extension is created by Apache Software Foundation, also known as OpenDocument Text Document. ODT has been classified as Common File Types. This file is saved in a zipped format. You can view the contents by unzipping it with a file decompression program. You can open ODT files in Apache OpenOffice program.



OpenDocument Text Document File Type

OpenDocument Text Document File Type
Extension .odt
Developer Apache Software Foundation
Popularity 4.0 (21 Votes)
Mime Type application/vnd.oasis.opendocument.text
Default Program Apache OpenOffice
Category Common File Types
Format Zip
Updated 11/1/2024

What is a ODT File Type?

ODT file open in Apache OpenOffice Writer 4.1.3ODT files are commonly created and opened by the Writer word processor, which is one of several programs available in the OpenOffice and LibreOffice suites. It is similar to the Word program available in the Microsoft Office suite. The ODT file is the main file used by Writer to save documents the same way that Word saves documents in the .DOCX file.OpenDocument text files can be opened and edited with any OpenOffice-compatible program, including: NeoOffice (Mac), AbiWord (Mac & Windows), and KWord (Unix). They can also be imported into Google Docs, Google's web-based word processor included with Google Drive. ODT files can also be opened in Microsoft Word and saved as DOCX files.NOTE: Apache OpenOffice was formerly known as OpenOffice.org.



Free online ODT Tools & Apps

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



ODT Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the OpenDocument Text Document .ODT=8869 File Extensions while opening the .ODT=8869 files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open ODT Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for OpenDocument Text Document on your system such as Apache OpenOffice.
  2. Associate default Apache Apache OpenOffice program for *.odt (OpenDocument Text Document) files.

    Associate ODT Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.ODT (e.g example.odt) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Apache Apache OpenOffice program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .odt files.

    Associate ODT Default Program on MacOs
    1. Click *.ODT (e.g example.odt) file and click information -> Open With.
    2. In the programs list, click Apache Apache OpenOffice 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 .Apache OpenOffice extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection", click Contine to apply changes.


All Platform Software Programs for ODT File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the ODT 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.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open ODT File on Windows

Software License Developer
AbiSource AbiWord image. AbiSource AbiWord 3 for Windows Open Source AbiSource
Aspose Aspose.Total for .NET image. Aspose Aspose.Total for .NET 16.3.0 for Windows Commercial Aspose
Calibre image. Calibre 3 for Windows Open Source Calibre
Calligra Suite image. Calligra Suite 2 for Windows Freeware Calligra Suite
LibreOffice image. LibreOffice 6 for Windows Open Source LibreOffice
Apache OpenOffice image. Apache OpenOffice 4 for Windows Open Source Apache
OriginLab Origin image. OriginLab Origin 000 for Windows Free Trial OriginLab Origin
Microsoft Word image. Microsoft Word 365 for Windows Commercial Microsoft
Microsoft WordPad image. Microsoft WordPad 6 for Windows Bundled Microsoft
Corel WordPerfect image. Corel WordPerfect 2020 for Windows Commercial Corel
Microsoft XPS Viewer image. Microsoft XPS Viewer 000 for Windows Included with OS Microsoft

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen ODT File on Mac OS

Software License Developer
Calibre image. Calibre 3 for MacOs Open Source Calibre
Calligra Suite image. Calligra Suite 2 for MacOs Freeware Calligra Suite
Google Drive image. Google Drive 2020 for MacOs Freeware Google
LibreOffice image. LibreOffice 6 for MacOs Open Source LibreOffice
Planamesa NeoOffice image. Planamesa NeoOffice 2017 for MacOs Commercial Planamesa
Apache OpenOffice image. Apache OpenOffice 4 for MacOs Open Source Apache
Apple TextEdit image. Apple TextEdit 1.15 for MacOs Bundled Apple
Microsoft Word image. Microsoft Word 365 for MacOs Commercial Microsoft
Microsoft Word for Mac image. Microsoft Word for Mac 2019 for MacOs Commercial Microsoft

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen ODT file on Linux

Software License Developer
AbiSource AbiWord image. AbiSource AbiWord 3 for Linux Open Source AbiSource
Calibre image. Calibre 3 for Linux Open Source Calibre
Calligra Suite image. Calligra Suite 2 for Linux Freeware Calligra Suite
LibreOffice image. LibreOffice 6 for Linux Open Source LibreOffice
Apache OpenOffice image. Apache OpenOffice 4 for Linux Open Source Apache

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen ODT file on Web

Software License Developer
Google Drive image. Google Drive 2020 for Web Freeware Google

iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen ODT file on iOS

Software License Developer

Android logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen ODT file on Android

Software License Developer

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.

ODT file extension icon image.About ODT - OpenDocument Text Document

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Updated 11/1/2024


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