Format comparison
PPT vs PPTX
PPT is legacy PowerPoint; PPTX is the modern presentation package. Same purpose — different compatibility and media handling.
Decision table
| Feature | PPT | PPTX |
|---|---|---|
| Era | Legacy | Modern default |
| Structure | Binary | ZIP + XML |
| Best for | Opening old decks | All new presentations |
| Media / themes | Quirky across apps | More predictable |
| Cross-suite import | Caveats | Better |
| Handouts | Export PDF either way | Export PDF either way |
Choose PPT when…
- Opening historical .ppt archives
- One-time migrations
Choose PPTX when…
- New business and class decks
- Modern PowerPoint/Keynote/Impress editing
- Template ecosystems built for PPTX
Verdict
Create new decks as PPTX. Convert PPT→PPTX when editing old archives, and export PDF for locked handouts.
Convert between them
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