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There are many online (and not only) platforms that can help you to convert open formats. In this sector, we will present some ways you can convert open formats in your desktop software, online platforms and even using terminal for people that would love to pick up some new skills while working on the projects.

LibreOffice

Software Code

Open Source

Platform

Linux, Windows, macOS

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This section focuses on the conversion feature of the LibreOffice suite in its whole. In the next chapters LibreOffice Draw, Writer and Impress are specifically mentioned for the relevant document file formats they can be used for.

Pandoc

Software Code

Proprietary

Platform

Online Browser

Pandoc is a software tool which allows you to convert various text markup files. It supports (among other) PDF, .docs and .odt. It offers a detailed guide with instructions you can follow to install and use it.

You're not just limited to straight conversions. You can, for example, add a table of contents, typographic quotes, custom headers, and syntax highlighting to the resulting file. Take a look at Pandoc's documentation for details and the open formats it allows you to convert.

Zamzar

Software Code

Proprietary

Platform

Online Browser

Zamzar is an online file conversion platform that lets you convert documents, images, videos & sound and many more open formats. As you are not required to install it, you can use it from any browser, even mobile.

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Note: We cannot endorse usage of 3rd party tools which are not independently audited. Use at your own risk.

BatchPhoto Espresso

Software Code

Proprietary

Platform

Online Browser

Another BatchPhoto Espresso is another free online image converter, which means you don't need to download any software to use it.

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