Document and Template Filetypes and Extensions

In today's digital age, documents and templates play an integral role in various aspects of our personal and professional lives. Whether you're creating a report for work, drafting a letter, designing a resume, or crafting a presentation, understanding the different filetypes and extensions associated with documents and templates is crucial. This guide aims to shed light on these filetypes and extensions, helping you navigate the world of digital documentation more effectively.

Different filetypes and extensions

Google Document and Template Filetypes

Google offers a variety of file formats and extensions through its suite of cloud-based productivity and collaboration tools. Here are some of the commonly used Google Office filetypes and their associated extensions:

  • Google Docs: Google's word processing tool.
    File Extension: .docx (Microsoft Word compatibility)
    Google Native Format: .gdoc
  • Google Sheets: Google's spreadsheet tool.
    File Extension: .xlsx (Microsoft Excel compatibility)
    Google Native Format: .gsheet
  • Google Slides: Google's presentation tool.
    File Extension: .pptx (Microsoft PowerPoint compatibility)
    Google Native Format: .gslides

Micosoft Document and Template Filetypes

Microsoft offers a wide range of filetypes associated with its various software applications and services. Here are some of the commonly used Microsoft filetypes and their associated extensions:

WPS Document and Template Filetypes

Libreoffice Doucment and Template FileTypes

Acrobat PDF Filetypes

What is OpenDocument?

Choosing the Right Extension/Filetype

Comparison

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