ABW to OXPS Converter

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No downloads needed — open the converter in any browser, upload your ABW file, and receive OXPS output instantly.

Rapid Conversion

ABW files are small documents — conversion to OXPS format finishes in seconds using our server infrastructure.

Data Protection

Uploaded ABW files are immediately removed after processing. OXPS results are deleted within 24 hours.

How to convert ABW to OXPS

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Select files from Computer, Google Drive, Dropbox, URL or by dragging it on the page.

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Choose oxps or any other format you need as a result (more than 200 formats supported)

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Let the file convert and you can download your oxps file right afterwards

About formats

ABW is the native document format of AbiWord, a free and open-source word processor originally developed by AbiSource in 1998 and later maintained as part of the GNOME Office suite. The format stores document content as well-formed XML, describing paragraphs, character formatting, page layout, headers and footers, tables, lists, footnotes, and embedded images in a human-readable structure. ABW files use a straightforward markup where document sections map to XML elements with attribute-based styling, making the format transparent and easy to parse programmatically. AbiWord was designed as a lightweight alternative to heavyweight office suites, running efficiently on older hardware and resource-constrained systems while still providing core word processing functionality. One advantage is the clean XML foundation — ABW files can be inspected, transformed, and generated using standard XML tools and scripting languages without requiring the AbiWord application itself. The lightweight nature of both the format and its parent application is another practical strength: AbiWord and its ABW format are commonly found on Linux distributions targeting older computers and educational deployments in developing countries through projects like OLPC. ABW files can be converted to mainstream formats like DOC, ODT, and PDF through AbiWord's built-in export or through document conversion tools.
Developer: AbiSource
Initial release: 1998
OXPS (Open XPS) is a fixed-layout document format standardized as ECMA-388 in June 2009, representing an evolution of Microsoft's original XPS specification. The format packages fixed-layout pages, fonts, images, and metadata in a ZIP-based Open Packaging Conventions container — the same packaging framework used by DOCX, XLSX, and other Office Open XML formats. Each page is described using an XML markup language that specifies paths, glyphs, images, and canvas elements with precise coordinates, producing documents that render identically regardless of the viewing device or printer. OXPS incorporated several changes from the original XPS: the use of JPEG XR for high dynamic range images, support for the Open Packaging Conventions 2nd edition, and alignment with the Ecma standardization process. Windows 8 and later generate OXPS (rather than XPS) when printing to the Microsoft XPS Document Writer. One advantage is standards-based document fidelity — as an Ecma standard, OXPS provides a vendor-neutral, fully specified format for documents that must look identical everywhere they are rendered, essential for legal filings, regulatory submissions, and archival records. The fixed-layout model is another strength: unlike reflowable formats, OXPS documents preserve exact page composition including precise glyph positioning and vector graphics. Built-in support in Windows and the .NET framework provides native viewing and creation capabilities without third-party software.
Developer: Ecma International
Initial release: June 2009

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert ABW to OXPS?

OXPS is the open version of XPS — a fixed-layout format that preserves your AbiWord document for reliable viewing.

What is the difference between XPS and OXPS?

OXPS is the updated, standardized OpenXPS format introduced with Windows 8. Both preserve fixed document layouts.

What opens OXPS files?

Windows XPS Viewer handles OXPS natively. On Linux, use Okular or Evince for cross-platform viewing support.

Is this ABW to OXPS converter free?

Yes — standard use is free. Premium subscriptions are available for high-volume and priority conversions.

Does OXPS keep the original text intact?

OXPS stores content in a fixed layout — text, paragraphs, and structure from your ABW file are fully preserved.

Can I batch convert ABW to OXPS?

Upload several ABW files simultaneously. Each one converts independently and downloads as a separate OXPS file.

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