PUB to ODD Converter

PUB is the native file format for Microsoft Publisher, a desktop publishing application included in some editions of Microsoft Office. It's primarily a document format but can contain various types of embedded images.

PUB files can include text, vector graphics, raster images, and layout information for creating publications such as newsletters, brochures, flyers, and other documents that combine text and graphics.

While not primarily an image format, PUB files serve as containers that can hold multiple images with positioning and layout information, making them relevant for desktop publishing workflows.

PUB files are primarily opened with Microsoft Publisher, which provides full editing capabilities for all aspects of the publication.

For those without Publisher, Microsoft offers a free Publisher Viewer application for viewing (but not editing) PUB files.

Some third-party conversion services and software like Able2Extract and LibreOffice can import PUB files with varying degrees of fidelity, though complex layouts may not convert perfectly.

When working with images in PUB files, it's important to note that the format stores embedded copies of the images, which can be extracted if needed using Microsoft Publisher or specialized conversion tools.

For optimal quality when creating PUB files, use high-resolution images appropriate for the intended output method (print or digital), as the final quality will depend on the resolution of these embedded images.

When sharing PUB files for commercial printing, it's often better to export to PDF format, which has broader compatibility with professional printing workflows and preserves image quality.

ODD (OpenDocument Drawing) is a file format used for vector drawings and diagrams in the OpenDocument format standard. It's most commonly associated with LibreOffice Draw and Apache OpenOffice Draw applications.

ODD files store vector graphics, text elements, and object information in an XML-based format, making them portable across different platforms and applications that support the OpenDocument standard.

These files can contain multiple pages of drawings, diagrams, flowcharts, and other vector-based illustrations, with support for layers, text, and embedded objects.

ODD files can be opened directly with LibreOffice Draw and Apache OpenOffice Draw, which offer full editing capabilities.

Some other vector graphics programs may offer limited support for ODD files through import filters or plugins.

If you don't have these applications installed, you can use LibreOffice Online or other web-based OpenDocument viewers for quick access to the content.

To convert ODD files to other formats like PDF, SVG, or PNG, use our online converter that preserves the vector quality and layout of your drawings.

LibreOffice Draw and OpenOffice Draw also offer export options to common formats including PDF, SVG, PNG, and JPG directly from their applications.

When converting to raster formats like PNG or JPG, consider specifying a high resolution to maintain the quality of detailed drawings.