.pptx — Microsoft PowerPoint Open XML Presentation
Microsoft · 2007
What is a .pptx file?
PPTX is the default format for Microsoft PowerPoint presentations since Office 2007. It supports slides with text, images, animations, transitions, embedded videos, charts, and SmartArt graphics. The Open XML-based format is more compact and robust than the older .ppt format. PPTX is universally used in business, education, and conferences for creating visual presentations.
Programs That Open .pptx Files
| Platform | Program | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | Microsoft PowerPoint | Paid | Official |
| LibreOffice Impress | Free | ||
| Google Slides | Free | ||
| macOS | Microsoft PowerPoint | Paid | Official |
| Keynote | Free |
Common Problems with .pptx Files
Frequently Asked Questions
.pptx files can be opened with several programs. Microsoft PowerPoint is one of the most popular choices.
Generally yes, .pptx files are safe to open with appropriate software.
Yes, there are many online and offline tools available to convert .pptx files. Check the conversion section above for specific methods.
Technical Details
Microsoft PowerPoint Open XML Presentation files use the application/vnd.openxmlformats-officedocument.presentationml.presentation MIME type and were first introduced in 2007 by Microsoft. The file can be identified by its signature: 50 4B 03 04 (PK ZIP).