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│ DEVELOPER : Microsoft
│ CATEGORY : Document
│ MIME TYPE : application/vnd.ms-powerpoint
│ MAGIC BYTES : D0CF11E0
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What is a PPT file?
PPT is the older binary file format used by Microsoft PowerPoint from versions 97 through 2003. It stores slides, speaker notes, handouts, and multimedia in a binary compound document format. While superseded by PPTX, PPT files are still encountered in legacy archives and older documents.
How to open PPT files
- Microsoft PowerPoint (Windows, macOS) — Full support
- LibreOffice Impress (Windows, macOS, Linux) — Free
- Google Slides (Web) — Import and convert
- Apple Keynote (macOS, iOS) — Import support
Technical specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Format | Microsoft Compound Binary (OLE) |
| Max File Size | 2 GB |
| PowerPoint Versions | 97, 2000, XP, 2003 |
| Macro Support | VBA macros |
| Successor | PPTX (Office Open XML) |
Common use cases
- Legacy files: Opening older presentation archives.
- Compatibility: Systems that require pre-2007 format.
- Macro presentations: VBA-enabled slideshows.
- Migration: Converting to modern PPTX format.