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Convert ODT to TXT

Go from ODT to TXT keeping headings, bold text, lists, links, tables and images. TXT is a good fit for notes, copying text into other programs, long-term archiving.

Drop your files hereor (ODT and over 40 other formats). You can also paste an image.No upload: everything happens on your device

How to convert ODT to TXT

  1. Add your ODT files

    Drag one or more ODT files onto the dashed area, or tap it to pick them from your device.

  2. Choose TXT and the options

    TXT is already selected; the options hold the settings that matter for this conversion.

  3. Convert and download

    Press “Convert to TXT”. When it’s done, download the files one by one or all together in a ZIP archive.

Good to know. Fonts, colours and very elaborate layouts are simplified: the structure (headings, lists, tables) is what’s preserved.

ODT and TXT compared

Source format

ODT

OpenDocument Text

The open, ISO-standard format for text documents, native to LibreOffice. Many public administrations adopt it so as not to depend on a single vendor.

Best for
Editable documents in an open format, public offices.
Limits
People who only use Word sometimes see small layout differences.
Type
text document
Editable
yes
Programs
LibreOffice, OpenOffice, Word, Google Docs
Extensions
.odt
Since
2005
All about the ODT format

Target format

TXT

Plain text

Just characters, no bold and no images. It’s the simplest and most durable format there is: it opens anywhere and weighs next to nothing.

Best for
Notes, copying text into other programs, long-term archiving.
Limits
It loses headings, lists, tables and images.
Type
unformatted text
Encoding
UTF-8 recommended
Compatibility
universal
Extensions
.txt .text
All about the TXT format

Questions about ODT and TXT

Are the images in the document kept?

Yes, images embedded in the ODT are copied into the TXT, except of course in plain text.

Are my ODT files uploaded to a server?

No. The conversion from ODT to TXT happens entirely in your browser, using your device’s computing power. Files aren’t sent or stored anywhere: when you close the page they’re gone from memory too.

How many files can I convert at once?

Up to 100 files at a time. There’s no fixed size limit: it depends on your device’s memory. On smartphones it’s best to work in smaller batches with heavy files such as videos.

Does it work on iPhone and Android?

Yes, with up-to-date Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge and Samsung Internet. On phones, converted files end up in the Downloads folder or the Files app.

Do I need an internet connection?

Only to open the page (and, the first time, to download the components needed for that type of file). After that the conversion keeps working even if the connection drops.

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