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Apache OpenOffice

Apache OpenOffice is a leading open-source office suite that offers free applications for word processing, spreadsheet, presentations, graphics, databases and more. All data is stored in an open standard format, though Open Office can also read and write files from other common...

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Last major release was in 2014

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Features

  1. Microsoft 365 Copilot icon  Compatible with Microsoft Office
  2.  Built-in PDF converter
  3.  Desktop Publishing
  4.  Portable
  5.  Syntax Highlighting
  6.  Export to PDF
  7.  Works Offline
  8.  Custom templates

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Comment summary: Apache OpenOffice is appreciated for its functionality and status as a free alternative to Microsoft Office, offering features like integrated PDF export. However, many users express concern over compatibility issues, outdated development, and bugs. The project is often criticized for lacking updates and is commonly compared to LibreOffice, which is seen as a more active and reliable option. Overall, while some users still utilize Apache OpenOffice, the consensus leans towards recommending LibreOffice.
Top Positive Comment
Hans Von Eichler
3

It's FOSS for one thing. It's got a cooler logo than LibreOffice or MS Office, too! But seriously, it's also a great product, and far from what the media has been saying, it's anything but dead. Having just checked the Website a few moments ago, I noticed (a) they're hiring new developers, which a dying product wouldn't do; (b) the newest release was literally two days ago; (c) the Website itself is up-to-date and beautifully designed. The point is, it's perfect. =)

Top Negative Comment
tibi97427
7

If you're searching a Suite, I advise you to use LibreOffice instead. And people who still using OpenOffice : you should really consider using LibreOffice. There is a well know bug (https://bz.apache.org/ooo/show_bug.cgi?id=126869) on Apache OpenOffice since 2016, it still unresolved (and I wonder if it will be one day), and it can corrompt your files and make them useless.

Here is a video of what can happen because of that bug : https://twitter.com/i/status/1136527439604133890 Knowing that now, continue using it or download it at your own risk.

[Edited by tibi97427, August 25]

Christophe DESBOURDES
0

Free and functional, it has nothing to envy of the Microsoft suite

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Kelson V
0

It was good back in its day, but Oracle squandered it and Apache has basically just kept it on life support for a decade. Most of the active improvements have been in LibreOffice icon LibreOffice since 2011.

Peter S.
0

One of the smallest office programs. It consumes only 328Mb. For this reason alone I will install it on my system SSD rather than Libre Office or Only Office. I can format a sheet in it or make a table. I need very few functions and will keep it for the sake of my drive space economy.

urbanimp
2

Not a bad alternative to Microsoft office. Have been using this for about 3 years now

lionallabouteve
3

Does not have any real update since 2014. Use LibreOffice instead.

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What is Apache OpenOffice?

Apache OpenOffice is a leading open-source office suite that offers free applications for word processing, spreadsheet, presentations, graphics, databases and more. All data is stored in an open standard format, though Open Office can also read and write files from other common office software.

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  •  19 Open Issues
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Our users have written 33 comments and reviews about Apache OpenOffice, and it has gotten 825 likes

Apache OpenOffice was added to AlternativeTo by Ola Johansson on and this page was last updated . Apache OpenOffice is sometimes referred to as OpenOffice, OpenOffice.org, Open Office, OOO, AOo.