PPS to DOTM Converter

Convert PPS presentations to DOTM macro-enabled templates

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Macro-Ready Templates

DOTM preserves the ability to add VBA macros — convert PPS content into a template that can power automated document workflows in Word.

Rapid Server Processing

Even multi-slide PPS presentations convert to DOTM in moments. Remote servers handle the workload so your device stays responsive.

Secure by Design

Your uploaded PPS file is removed immediately after processing. The DOTM download link is available for 24 hours, then automatically deleted.

How to convert PPS to DOTM

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

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Choose dotm 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 dotm file right afterwards

About formats

PPS (PowerPoint Slideshow) is a binary presentation format from Microsoft that functions identically to PPT with one behavioral difference: double-clicking a PPS file launches it directly in slideshow (full-screen) mode rather than opening the editing interface. The format uses the same OLE2 compound document structure as PPT, storing slides, text, images, animations, transitions, speaker notes, and embedded objects in binary streams. PPS files are typically produced by saving a finished PPT presentation in slideshow format, signaling that the content is intended for viewing rather than editing — though the file can still be opened for editing through PowerPoint's File menu. The format gained widespread use in corporate environments for distributing ready-to-present slide decks, training materials, kiosk displays, and self-running presentations. One advantage is presentation-ready behavior — recipients can launch a PPS file and immediately begin presenting without navigating editing tools, reducing the chance of accidentally modifying content or revealing speaker notes. The auto-play capability is another strength for unattended scenarios: combined with automatic timing and looping features, PPS files power information kiosks, digital signage, and lobby displays that run continuously without operator interaction. While the newer PPSX format has superseded PPS for current workflows, the binary slideshow format remains encountered in archived corporate materials and legacy presentation libraries.
Developer: Microsoft
Initial release: 1995
DOTM is a macro-enabled template format for Microsoft Word, introduced with Office 2007 as part of the Office Open XML family. DOTM combines the template functionality of DOTX — providing reusable styles, page layouts, boilerplate content, and formatting definitions — with the ability to embed VBA macro code that executes in documents created from the template. The format is a ZIP archive containing XML parts for styles, document defaults, and theme definitions, plus a vbaProject.bin stream for the VBA project. This combination enables organizations to distribute not just visual consistency but also functional automation: every document created from a DOTM template inherits both the formatting framework and programmatic capabilities. Common use cases include templates that auto-populate document fields from corporate directories, enforce naming conventions, generate tables of contents, insert dynamic headers with project metadata, or validate document structure before submission. One advantage is embedded workflow automation — a DOTM template can include initialization macros that configure the document environment, register custom ribbon commands, and connect to data sources the moment a new document is created from it. The distinct .dotm extension allows administrators to apply differentiated trust policies for macro-containing templates versus standard DOTX files. DOTM is supported exclusively in Microsoft Word desktop editions where VBA execution is available.
Developer: Microsoft
Initial release: January 30, 2007

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert PPS to DOTM?

DOTM templates support VBA macros, making them suitable when you need automated workflows on top of the content extracted from your PPS slides.

What programs support DOTM?

Microsoft Word 2007 and newer versions open DOTM files natively. LibreOffice Writer can open them too, though macro execution may be limited.

Are macros created automatically?

The conversion extracts content into the DOTM container format. Macros are not generated automatically — you add them in Word afterward as needed.

Is slide formatting preserved?

Text, images, and basic layout elements transfer to the template. Presentation-specific features like transitions and slide timing do not apply to documents.

Is this conversion free?

Yes, standard PPS to DOTM conversions are free. Premium accounts support larger files and higher daily conversion limits.