Convert PPT to POTX

File Extension PPT
Full Name Microsoft PowerPoint 97 To 2003 Presentation Format

PPT is the most popular document format used for presentations. Microsoft PowerPoint software uses this format by default, and it is supported by many mobile and desktop applications. PowerPointa debuted in 1987 and is actively developed to this day.

File Extension POTX
Full Name Microsoft PowerPoint 2007/2010 Open XML Presentation Template Format

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "PPT") to another (referred to as "POTX"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, PPT file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format PPT to format POTX becomes essential.

So, how can we perform PPT to POTX file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format PPT and transforming it into format POTX. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of PPT to POTX converters.

Conversion from PPT to POTX

How to convert the PPT file to POTX?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of PPT to POTX. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the PPT file:

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file PPT, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the PPT file to the application
  • Select the output format of the POTX file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file POTX on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted POTX file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
Other conversions
to the POTX format:
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I cannot see the file extensions. What should I do?

File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.