How to convert WPS to ODT
- Add your .WPS file - drop it in the box above or click to browse.
- Convert it to .ODT in a few seconds.
- Download your new .ODT file.
What to expect
.wpsis used by both Microsoft Works and Kingsoft WPS Office - these are completely different formats. This page covers Microsoft Works; Kingsoft files must be opened in WPS Office first, then exported to.odt.- Works 8 and 9
.wpsfiles are internally Word binary (.doc) format and convert cleanly; older Works 1-7 files use a proprietary format where complex layouts or embedded objects may not transfer fully. - Modern Microsoft 365 has dropped the legacy Works converter and will not open
.wpsfiles - LibreOffice is the practical replacement.
Frequently asked questions
Will formatting survive the WPS to ODT conversion?
Simple formatting - fonts, bold, italic, paragraphs, margins - generally carries over intact. Complex layouts or embedded objects in older Works files may not transfer perfectly.
Why won't my `.wps` file open in Microsoft Word?
Modern Microsoft 365 dropped the legacy Works file converter. The file is almost certainly not corrupted - open it in LibreOffice Writer instead.
How do I know if my `.wps` is Microsoft Works or Kingsoft WPS Office?
Microsoft Works was discontinued in 2007, so files created from 2010 onward are almost certainly Kingsoft WPS Office. You can also check the originating application in the file's properties.
Can I open the resulting `.odt` file in Microsoft Word?
Yes, modern Word can open
.odt files, though some formatting may shift slightly. For best fidelity, use LibreOffice Writer to edit .odt documents.Programs that convert WPS: Microsoft Word · OpenOffice.org Writer · LibreOffice Writer · PrimoOnline
