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Basic information about FODT file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension FODT(*.FODT or *.fodt), you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the FODT file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the FODT file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the FODT file with their brief description and a list of programs that support FODT file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the FODT file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the FODT file?
  • How to open a FODT file?
  • What programs do I need to open a FODT file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a FODT file?
  • How to convert FODT files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to FODT file format?


1.Detail information about FODT file extension: OpenDocument Flat XML Document

File type OpenDocument Flat XML Document Category Text Files
Developer Oracle File format XML
Description FODT file is a OpenDocument Flat XML Document developed by Oracle. Text document saved in the OpenDocument format, but stored as a flat XML file instead of the .ZIP container used by .ODT files; allows the document information to be more human readable; also provides an easier alternative than the ODT format for generating documents automatically without needing a document editor.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert FODT files

Windows
Apache OpenOffice
LibreOffice
Microsoft Windows NotePad
NotePad++
OpenOffice.org

macOS
Apache OpenOffice
LibreOffice
NeoOffice
OpenOffice.org
TextEdit

Linux
Apache OpenOffice
LibreOffice
gedit
OpenOffice.org



How to convert FODT files to another file format?

There are 3 records in our database eligible for FODT files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve FODT to another files conversion, you may use the option.



How to convert another files to FODT file format?

There are 2 records in our database eligible for another files to FODT file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to FODT conversion, you may use the option.



Can't open a FODT file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.FODT”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the FODT extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support FODT file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of FODT files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a FODT file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a FODT file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a FODT file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the FODT file is damaged.
  • Whether the FODT file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the FODT file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the FODT file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the FODT file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a FODT file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a FODT file.

If the FODT file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.