Convert 602 to STW

Understanding 602 and STW file formats

602 files are document files created by the 602Pro PC Suite, a popular office suite in Central and Eastern Europe during the 1990s. These files typically contain formatted text, images, and other document elements, similar to Microsoft Word's DOC format.

STW files are OpenOffice.org XML Template files used by Apache OpenOffice and LibreOffice. They serve as templates for word processing documents, allowing users to create new documents with predefined formatting and styles.

How to convert 602 to STW

Direct conversion from 602 to STW is not natively supported by most modern office suites. However, you can achieve this conversion by following these steps:

1. Open the 602 file in 602Pro PC Suite (if available) or use a compatible legacy system or emulator.
2. Export or save the document as a DOC or RTF file using File → Save As and selecting the appropriate format.
3. Open the exported DOC or RTF file in LibreOffice Writer or Apache OpenOffice Writer.
4. Save the document as an STW template using File → Save As and choosing OpenDocument Text Template (.stw) as the file type.

Recommended software for conversion

• 602Pro PC Suite (for opening and exporting 602 files)
• LibreOffice Writer (for opening DOC/RTF and saving as STW)
• Apache OpenOffice Writer (alternative to LibreOffice for STW support)

For users without access to 602Pro PC Suite, consider using a virtual machine or DOSBox with the suite installed, or seek online communities that may offer conversion services.

Summary

While there is no direct 602 to STW converter, using 602Pro PC Suite to export to DOC/RTF and then LibreOffice or OpenOffice to save as STW is the most reliable method.