ODT vs RTF
A quick, plain-English comparison of the ODT and RTF file formats — and how to convert between them, free and in your browser.
| ODT | RTF | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | document | document |
| Extension | .odt | .rtf |
| MIME type | application/vnd.oasis.opendocument.text | application/rtf |
| Converts to | 15 formats | 5 formats |
| Direction here | read & write | read & write |
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ODT vs RTF: frequently asked questions
What's the difference between ODT and RTF?
OpenDocument text document. Rich Text Format cross-app document.
Should I use ODT or RTF?
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 RTF?
Open the ODT-to-RTF converter, drop your ODT file in, and download the RTF. We auto-detect the real format from the file's bytes, so a mislabeled file still works.