OTT File Extension

What is OTT file?

Files with .OTT extension store text document templates saved in OpenDocument standard. OTT files are compatible with text-based XML format.

Document templates don’t store any actual text data, but only information related to:

• Page layout,
• Default styles,
• Fonts,
• Formatting.

OTT stands for OpenDocument Template Text. OTT files can store templates for text documents, spreadsheet, presentations, web pages, or vector graphics. Templates allow users to create standardized documents. OTT templates are used for generating ODT document files. Template information is stored in metadata section of ODT file.

Templates can be generated based on existing documents using word processors that support Oasis OpenDocument standard, for example, Open Office or Libre Office. Templates are typically used to generate:

• Standardized business documents,
• Newsletters,
• Business notes,
• Official documents.

Some applications offer access to free template libraries for users to download custom templates. Many various websites also offer templates for user to download.

Programs which support OTT file extension

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

Updated: 05/11/2023

How to open file with OTT extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening OTT files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with OTT extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install OpenOffice.org Writer

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening OTT files is that no program that can handle OTT files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing OpenOffice.org Writer or different compatible program, such as LibreOffice Writer, TextMaker Viewer, TextMaker. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit OpenOffice.org Writer website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update OpenOffice.org Writer to the latest version

You still cannot access OTT files although OpenOffice.org Writer is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of OpenOffice.org Writer installed, it may not support OTT format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using OpenOffice.org Writer.

Step 3. Assign OpenOffice.org Writer to OTT files

If you have the latest version of OpenOffice.org Writer installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage OTT on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the OTT with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where OpenOffice.org Writer is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open OTT files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Ensure that the OTT file is complete and free of errors

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 OTT file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

Should it happed that the OTT is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. OTT file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the OTT file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the OTT file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. When downloading the file with OTT extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the OpenDocument Document Template file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open OpenOffice.org Writer

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support OTT files. Close all running programs and try opening the OTT file.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with OpenDocument Document Template file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle OTT files.

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