CMX to ODT Converter

CMX to ODT conversion — OpenDocument text output free

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Open Standard

ODT is an ISO-standard document format. CMX to ODT creates vendor-neutral documents — no proprietary software required to read them.

Universal Compatibility

ODT works in LibreOffice, Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and more. Your CMX designs are accessible on any platform.

Secure Conversion

CMX uploads are deleted after processing. ODT outputs are removed within 24 hours — full privacy protection.

How to convert CMX to ODT

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

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Choose odt 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 odt file right afterwards

About formats

CMX (Corel Presentation Exchange) is a vector graphics exchange format developed by Corel Corporation, introduced with CorelDRAW 5 in September 1994. Designed as a cross-application interchange format within the Corel product suite, CMX stores vector objects, text, bitmaps, and rendering attributes in a structure accessible to CorelDRAW, Corel PHOTO-PAINT, Corel Presentations, and other Corel applications without requiring each program to understand the full CDR native format. The format uses a chunk-based architecture that encodes geometric primitives, fill patterns, outline properties, and color definitions in a standardized way, supporting both 16-bit and 32-bit variants. CMX gained significance beyond the Corel ecosystem through its adoption by third-party applications and its role in clipart distribution — many vector art collections from the mid-to-late 1990s shipped in CMX format. One advantage is interoperability within design workflows: CMX provided a practical bridge for moving vector content between different Corel applications while preserving visual fidelity, gradients, and transparency attributes. The format's inclusion of both vector and bitmap data within a single file is another strength, allowing complex mixed-media illustrations to be exchanged as self-contained units. Microsoft also added CMX import support to some Office applications, expanding the format's reach. While modern Corel applications primarily use CDR for native work and export to SVG, PDF, or EPS for interchange, CMX files from the CorelDRAW era remain widely encountered in legacy asset libraries.
Developer: Corel Corporation
Initial release: 1994
ODT (OpenDocument Text) is the word processing format defined by the OpenDocument Format (ODF) standard, developed by the OASIS technical committee and first published as ODF 1.0 on May 1, 2005, later adopted as international standard ISO/IEC 26300. An ODT file is a ZIP archive containing XML documents that describe text content, formatting styles, metadata, and settings using a vendor-neutral, royalty-free specification. The document body resides in content.xml with styling rules in styles.xml, while embedded images, fonts, and other resources are stored alongside in the package. The format supports rich word processing features including paragraph and character styles, tables, footnotes, tracked changes, table of contents generation, bibliography management, mail merge fields, and embedded vector and raster graphics. ODT serves as the native format for LibreOffice Writer, Apache OpenOffice Writer, and Calligra Words, and can be imported by Microsoft Word, Google Docs, and other commercial tools. One advantage is vendor independence — ODT is governed by an open standard rather than a single company, ensuring long-term document accessibility free from proprietary lock-in. This makes ODT particularly important for government agencies, educational institutions, and organizations with archival mandates. The XML-based architecture provides another strength, enabling programmatic document generation and processing using standard tools in any programming language.
Developer: OASIS
Initial release: May 1, 2005

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert CMX to ODT?

ODT is an open-standard document format supported by LibreOffice and others. Converting CMX to ODT creates vendor-neutral documents with your designs.

What opens ODT files?

LibreOffice Writer, Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Apple Pages, and most modern word processors support ODT natively.

Is ODT an open standard?

Yes — ODT is part of the OpenDocument Format (ODF), an ISO/IEC standard. It ensures long-term accessibility without vendor lock-in.

Is the conversion free?

Basic CMX to ODT conversion is free on Convertio. Premium plans offer higher capacity.

Can I edit the ODT in Word?

Yes — Microsoft Word can open and edit ODT files. Your embedded CMX artwork appears as an image within the document.

How fast is conversion?

Most conversions complete in seconds. Convertio cloud servers ensure consistent speed.