What is a ._DOCX file?
The file extension ._DOCX represents a Microsoft Word document that has been renamed, typically changing the original .docx extension to ._docx. This renaming often occurs automatically when files are sent via email, as some email services might block standard .DOCX files due to security settings. Despite the change in extension, a ._DOCX file retains all the characteristics of a standard .docx file, including formatted text, images, graphs, tables, and charts.
To open a ._DOCX file, you may need to rename it back to .docx if your document handling software does not recognize the altered extension. Once renamed, or if your software can open ._DOCX files directly, you can use a variety of programs available across different platforms: ### Windows: - **Microsoft Word 365**: Fully featured word processor, part of the Microsoft Office suite. - **Corel WordPerfect 2021**: Another comprehensive word processing program. - **SoftMaker Office**: Includes TextMaker, which can handle DOCX files. - **Kingsoft WPS Office**: Offers compatibility with Microsoft Office file formats.
### macOS: - **Microsoft Word 365** - **Apple Pages**: Included with macOS, supports a wide range of document formats. - **Planamesa NeoOffice**: A full-featured office suite for Mac.
### Linux: - **OpenOffice Writer**: A free and open-source office suite. - **LibreOffice**: A powerful open-source office suite that is a fork of OpenOffice. - **Hancom Office Word**: Part of Hancom Office, which provides compatibility with Microsoft Office formats.
### Online Platforms: - **Google Docs**: Accessible via a web browser and allows editing and storage in the cloud through Google Drive. - **Microsoft OneDrive**: Offers online access to Microsoft Office applications, including Word. - **Dropbox**: While primarily a cloud storage service, it integrates with Office Online for document editing.
### Mobile Devices: - **Microsoft Word for iOS and Android**: Provides robust word processing capabilities on mobile devices. - **MobiSystems OfficeSuite Pro**: Available for iOS and Android, supports various office file formats. - **Infraware Polaris Office**: Another mobile option for document management. - **Kingsoft WPS Office for Android**: Offers a mobile version with compatibility for Microsoft Office documents.
### Chrome OS: - **Google Docs**: Fully integrated with Chrome OS, allowing for seamless document editing and cloud storage.
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