Convert DOTX to DOCM

File Extension DOTX
Full Name Microsoft Word 2007 Or Word 2010 XML Document Template Format

DOTX is as file format used by Microsoft Office suite. DOTX documents are used as templates for the popular Microsoft Word DOCX document files. Templates stored in DOTX files can be freely edited and modified by users.

File Extension DOCM
Full Name Microsoft Word 2007/2010 Open XML Macro-enabled Document Format

DOCM file format is a extended version of DOCX format that supports macros. DCOM file is a text document file used by Microsoft Office suite. The file stores data in XML format. Macros allow users to automate repetitive tasks, calcualtions, or formatting settings to save time. DOCM macros can be activated using keyboard shortcuts.

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "DOTX") to another (referred to as "DOCM"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, DOTX 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 DOTX to format DOCM becomes essential.

So, how can we perform DOTX to DOCM 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 DOTX and transforming it into format DOCM. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of DOTX to DOCM converters.

Conversion from DOTX to DOCM

How to convert the DOTX file to DOCM?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of DOTX to DOCM. 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 DOTX file:

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file DOTX, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the DOTX file to the application
  • Select the output format of the DOCM file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file DOCM on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted DOCM file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
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.