What is a ODT file?
ODT (OpenDocument Text) is the open document standard used by LibreOffice, OpenOffice and many government bodies. It was introduced in 2005 by OASIS (ISO 26300).
What ODT is good at
- Open, free standard
- No licence restrictions
- Supported by LibreOffice and Word
Where ODT falls short
- Slightly less common than DOCX
- Complex Word layouts can shift
When to use ODT
- Open-source and government workflows
- LibreOffice users
- Long-term archiving
Where ODT files open
ODT files open in LibreOffice, OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, Google Docs and Pages.
ODT compared with PDF
ODT or PDF? ODT is best for open-source and government workflows. PDF is best for sharing finished documents..
Frequently asked questions
What is a ODT file?
ODT (OpenDocument Text) is the open document standard used by LibreOffice, OpenOffice and many government bodies. It was introduced in 2005 by OASIS (ISO 26300).
What are the advantages of ODT?
Open, free standard; no licence restrictions; supported by libreoffice and word.
What are the drawbacks of ODT?
Slightly less common than docx; complex word layouts can shift.
What programs open ODT files?
ODT files open in LibreOffice, OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, Google Docs and Pages.
How do I convert a ODT file?
Choose the ODT converter you need from the list on this page, drop in your file and press Convert. You get your new file in seconds, free and without sign-up.