Convert PPSM to ODP

File Extension PPSM
Full Name Microsoft PowerPoint 2007/2010 Macro-enabled Open XML Complete Slide Show Format

The PPSM format is used by the Microsoft Power Point presentation software. PPSM files are used to store complete presentations made in the program. PPTX files are often used for this purpose, but PPSM files also support macros defined in them. PPSM files are based on the Open XML format. They are compressed using the ZIP format.

File Extension ODP
Full Name OpenOffice.org OpenDocument Presentation Format

File with an .ODP extension contains a presentation comprised of slides containing graphics, texts, multimedia objects and transition effects, music. The file is stored in the OpenDocument format, based on the XML OASIS.

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "PPSM") to another (referred to as "ODP"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, PPSM file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format PPSM to format ODP becomes essential.

So, how can we perform PPSM to ODP file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format PPSM and transforming it into format ODP. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of PPSM to ODP converters.

Conversion from PPSM to ODP

How to convert the PPSM file to ODP?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of PPSM to ODP. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the PPSM file:

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file PPSM, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the PPSM file to the application
  • Select the output format of the ODP file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file ODP on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted ODP file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
I cannot see the file extensions. What should I do?

File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.