docx - odt compatibility( * ) .docx is a format created by Microsoft, and is not recommended to be used at openIMIS related processes. While considered an open format, it does not fulfill the requirements to be an Open Standard. However, if needed, LibreOffice Writer has good .docx support. Editing .docx files in LibreOffice works most of the time, but you should be aware of the limitations when converting between .docx and .odt files. Microsoft Support lists the .docx formatting features that the .odt format does not support. This list is written from Microsoft’s perspective, and is not kept up to date. You can see the full comparison from the LibreOffice side as well. Neither presentation is objective and some independent research and decision-making might be required. Guidelines for choosing document formats: Generally, it’s recommended to use the native file format of the application you are using. If you are using LibreOffice Writer, save file formats as .odt, if you use Microsoft Word, save files as .docx. In case you have both LibreOffice and Microsoft Office installed, prioritize saving .odt files with LibreOffice Writer In Microsoft Word, always save files as .docx if your file does not contain macros and the .docm format only if your file does contain macros. Some Microsoft Office features might not be available in LibreOffice Writer by default, but might be available via LibreOffice extensions or experimental features. Check them out in case you are missing any feature. There is really no basic instruction guide on file compatibility dos and don’ts. A good rule of thumb is to avoid using non-traditional document elements l in order to maximize compatibility.
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