Browse Tools Top 100
PPT POT
Free online converter

Convert PPT to POT

Convert now
PPT to POT converterFREE
Drop a .PPT file here
or pick one - we convert it to .POT and give you the file to download

On this page

Tested on macOS, Windows & Linux
Last verified Oct 2026

More free converters

HEIC, PNG, WEBP, MP3 and more - every tool here is free.

Open the toolbox

How to convert PPT to POT

  1. Add your .PPT file - drop it in the box above or click to browse.
  2. Convert it to .POT in a few seconds.
  3. Download your new .POT file.

What to expect

  • .pot files open as a new untitled presentation by default; to edit the template itself, right-click it in File Explorer and choose Open rather than double-clicking.
  • VBA macros in the original .ppt carry over to the .pot; distribute macro-bearing templates with caution.
  • For audiences using PowerPoint 2007 or later, .potx is the modern Open XML alternative - smaller files, better compatibility, same Save As steps.

Frequently asked questions

Can LibreOffice Impress save a PPT as a POT?
LibreOffice Impress can open .pot files but saves templates in OTP (OpenDocument) format, not .pot. Use our converter or Microsoft PowerPoint for a true .pot output.
What is the difference between `.pot` and `.potx`?
.pot is the legacy binary template format for PowerPoint 97-2003; .potx is the modern Open XML equivalent introduced in Office 2007. Use .potx unless you need compatibility with very old software.
Will my slides look different after conversion?
No - .ppt and .pot share identical binary structures; conversion only sets a template flag and does not change any visual content.
How do I edit a `.pot` file instead of creating a new presentation from it?
In Microsoft PowerPoint use File > Open to browse for the .pot directly, or right-click the file in File Explorer and choose Open instead of double-clicking.
Learn about the formats: .PPT · .POT
Programs that convert PPT: Microsoft PowerPoint · Microsoft PowerPoint for Mac · LibreOffice Impress · Apache OpenOffice Impress (OpenOffice.org Impress)