How to convert DOTX to DOCX
- Add your .DOTX file - drop it in the box above or click to browse.
- Convert it to .DOCX in a few seconds.
- Download your new .DOCX file.
What to expect
- DOTX and DOCX share the same ZIP/XML structure; the only difference is a single metadata line marking it as a template, so no content or formatting is lost.
- If your source file is
.dotm(macro-enabled template), saving as.docxstrips all VBA macros - save as.docminstead to keep them. - Double-clicking a
.dotxdoes not open the template itself for editing - it creates a new untitled document from it. To convert the template file, right-click and choose Open.
Frequently asked questions
Can I convert DOTX to DOCX without Microsoft Word?
Yes. LibreOffice Writer is free and handles the conversion via File > Save As > Microsoft Word 2007-365 (
.docx). Word for the web at office.com also works with a free Microsoft account.Does converting DOTX to DOCX lose any formatting?
No - DOCX supports everything DOTX supports, so styles, images, tables, and layout all carry over intact. The only exception is macros, which are stripped if the source is
.dotm.Can I just rename a .dotx file to .docx?
Often yes, since the formats are nearly identical internally. Word may show a brief repair prompt, then open it normally. Using Save As is cleaner and avoids any warnings.
What is the difference between a DOTX and a DOCX?
A
.dotx is a reusable template that spawns new documents when opened; a .docx is an ordinary document file. They use the same internal format - a single metadata line is what tells Word which type it is.Programs that convert DOTX: Microsoft Word · AbiWord · IBM Lotus Symphony · TextMaker · Microsoft Word for Mac · KWord · Word Mobile · LibreOffice Writer
