So somehow, you've acquired this file. Maybe a friend sent it to you, a professor distributed it via class email, or you downloaded it off the internet thinking it held the information you need. The problem? The file you've got has an extension of .ods and you're not sure what to do with it. Fear not, simply read on for all necessary information on the .ods file format.
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Type
The type of file which uses the .ods file extension is an OpenDocument Spreadsheet. It is very similar in function to Microsoft Office's Excel Spreadsheets, except that it requires a different program to run. You can use these kind of spreadsheets to organize and calculate data. A spreadsheet has rows and columns of cells locked together in a grid and generally has the capacity to perform varied mathematical equations based on formulas provided by the user (or simply selected, as many common formulas are already built in). This makes it an excellent choice for many tasks, including writing up a grocery list with a budget estimate, balancing the bank account, keeping track of test score and grades, and setting up tables and columns for professional-looking presentations at the workplace.
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You can open .ods files with Microsoft alternatives like OpenOffice and StarOffice. OpenOffice is a well-established open source program software for word processing, spreadsheets, etc and is free to all consumers. It is available for home use, educational purposes or businesses. The main is located online at OpenOffice.Org. StarOffice, in slight contrast, StarOffice runs similar programs, includes an OpenDocument format for complete compatibility but has a price tag (albeit an affordable one). A regular download cost $34.95 and there is volume pricing available to businesses. A less optimal option would be downloading and installing an open source converter that allows Microsoft Excel to run the .ods file as well. It less optimal because not everything converts properly.
Opening Your .ODS File
To open the file, download one of the programs mentioned above and install it into your system. When this is finished, the icon of the .ods file should change to an image that correlates with your new program. Then, simply right-click on the file and click again where it says 'open'. Or, to save a step, just double click the icon and wait.
If you do not wish to install a new program to open this file and already have Microsoft Excel, you will need to find somewhere to convert the program online. There are effective options available, including ZamZar.Com and various others. It should be noted, however, than any online file conversions will likely suffer the same programs as faced by installing an open source converter into Excel; some things may be lost in the translation or not appear as professionally as they otherwise might have.
Possible Error
However, before embarking on this journey into the wide world of open source programming, there are a couple errors that might have occurred that brought you to the .ods file. One way to save a lot of time is to consider the possibility of human error. A lot of places offer both .xls and .ods format, so that a person can select the file extension that matches their program. Re-check the site if it was downloaded and verify that this was the only one available.
In the end, opening the .ods file requires minimal work to open and provides a nice introduction into the world of open source software. Likewise, spreadsheets are a tool with potential to make vast improvements over everything from daily chores to that big, once-in-a-lifetime presentation.
