FODP File Extension

What is FODP file?

FODP is a file extension commonly associated with OpenDocument Flat XML Presentation files. Oracle defined the OpenDocument Flat XML Presentation format standard. FODP file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Linux, Mac OS, Windows system platform. FODP file format, along with 1326 other file formats, belongs to the Data Files category. The most popular program for handling FODP files is Apache OpenOffice, but users can choose among 6 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Apache Software Foundation developer not only will you find detailed information about theApache OpenOffice software, but also about FODP and other supported file formats.

Programs which support FODP file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open FODP files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. FODP files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with FODP extension?

Problems with accessing FODP may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with FODP extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with FODP files.

Step 1. Install Apache OpenOffice software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening FODP files is that no program that can handle FODP files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select Apache OpenOffice or one of the recommended programs (for example, TextEdit, Windows Notepad, NotePad++ text editor) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Apache OpenOffice website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update Apache OpenOffice to the latest version

If you already have Apache OpenOffice installed on your systems and FODP files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why FODP files are not compatible with Apache OpenOffice. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Apache OpenOffice.

Step 3. Associate OpenDocument Flat XML Presentation files with Apache OpenOffice

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate FODP files with latest version of Apache OpenOffice you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the FODP file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Apache OpenOffice is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open FODP files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with FODP extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with FODP extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the FODP is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper FODP file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Verify that the FODP in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the FODP is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. FODP file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with FODP extension is complete and error-free

If you obtained the problematic FODP file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with FODP extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle Apache OpenOffice

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with FODP extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with OpenDocument Flat XML Presentation file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with FODP files affecting older versions of given software.

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