ODT vs PDF
A quick, plain-English comparison of the ODT and PDF file formats — and how to convert between them, free and in your browser.
| ODT | ||
|---|---|---|
| Category | document | document |
| Extension | .odt | |
| MIME type | application/vnd.oasis.opendocument.text | application/pdf |
| Converts to | 15 formats | 10 formats |
| Direction here | read & write | read & write |
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ODT vs PDF: frequently asked questions
What's the difference between ODT and PDF?
OpenDocument text document. Portable Document Format; fixed-layout documents.
Should I use ODT or PDF?
Both are document formats — the right one depends on compatibility, quality and file size for your use. Whichever you have, you can convert it to the other below in seconds.
How do I convert ODT to PDF?
Open the ODT-to-PDF converter, drop your ODT file in, and download the PDF. We auto-detect the real format from the file's bytes, so a mislabeled file still works.