.ODF File Extension

OpenDocument Formula

Developer OASIS
Popularity
3.7  |  30 Votes
 

What is an ODF file?

An ODF file is a document created by Apache OpenOffice Math, a program used for creating math formulas. It contains one or more mathematical equations and may also contain macros. ODF files are based on the OASIS OpenDocument standard.

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ODF file open in Apache OpenOffice Math 4

The ODF file is the main file type used by Math to save equations. The file is most commonly opened in Math to edit formulas but may also be imported into other applications, particularly OpenOffice programs such as Calc or Impress. When it is imported into another application, the equation functions like an object that can be placed in a research paper, presentation, etc.

Math allows you to enter formulas in an ODF file in three different ways. You can add markup in the equation editor, select a symbol from the "Elements" toolbox, or right-click the equation editor and select a symbol in the context menu. When you are done with your equation you can share it via email or export it as a .PDF file.

NOTE: Apache OpenOffice was formerly known as OpenOffice.org. The Organization for the Advancement of Structured Information Standards (OASIS) maintains the OpenDocument standard.

How to open an ODF file

You can open an ODF file with OpenOffice Math (multiplatform). To open an ODF file, select File → Open....

Other applications that support ODF files include LibreOffice Draw (multiplatform), Planamesa NeoOffice (macOS), and Calligra Suite (multiplatform).

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Programs that open ODF files

Battlezone Object Definition File

Developer Activision
Popularity
3.0  |  9 Votes
 

Game settings file used by Battlezone, a 3D game where players battle with futuristic combat vehicles; contains plain text specifications for game objects, called "classes;" may define unit names, mission objectives, vehicle properties, artificial intelligence players, sound effect file references, and other settings.

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Since ODF files are saved in a text format, they can be opened and edited with any text editor. ODF files are typically stored within the Activision\​Battlezone\​addon directory. They are one of several other files that comprise a game map.

NOTE: Battlezone was released in 1998.

Programs that open or reference ODF files

Windows
Activision Battlezone
Included with OS
Included with OS

Open Document File

Developer OASIS
Popularity
2.4  |  8 Votes
 

Generic file created using the Open Document Format (ODF) standard; may contain one of several types of Open Document data, such as spreadsheet, text, or presentation data; saved in the XML-based OASIS Open Document Format and supported by multiple productivity applications.

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NOTE: ODF files are more commonly seen with a specific extension type, such as .ODT for word processing documents, .ODS for spreadsheets, or .ODP for presentations.

Programs that open ODF files

Windows
Linux
odfWeave

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