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How to convert pps to ppt file

Convert a PPS file to PPT when you need to edit its slides or use it in software that expects an editable PowerPoint presentation. The change also makes the file open in presentation-editing mode rather than starting as a slide show.

What the PPS format is

PPS is the PowerPoint Show format used for older PowerPoint presentations. Opening a PPS file normally starts the slide show, so it is often used to distribute a finished deck; compatible presentation programs can also open it for editing.

What the PPT format is

PPT is the older PowerPoint presentation format used by PowerPoint 97–2003 and compatible programs. It normally opens in editing mode, which makes it suitable for revising slides. PPT is a binary format; newer PowerPoint versions generally use PPTX by default.

How to convert PPS to PPT

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  1. Upload the PPS file to the converter on this page. It supports batch conversion, and the page shows the per-file size limit.
  2. Start the conversion to PPT. It runs on our server with LibreOffice.
  3. Download the converted PPT file.

Offline with desktop software

LibreOffice Impress is free, open-source software for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Open the PPS file using File → Open. If it starts in slide-show mode, press Esc to return to the editor. Choose File → Save As, select PowerPoint 97–2003 or the corresponding .ppt file type, and save.

Microsoft PowerPoint can open PPS files and save them as PPT. Open the file, exit slide-show mode with Esc if necessary, then choose File → Save As and select PowerPoint 97–2003 Presentation (*.ppt).

Compatibility and quality

PPS and PPT are closely related formats: the extension determines whether the file normally opens as a show or an editable presentation. Saving as PPT does not add features or restore information missing from the source. Check slide layout, fonts, animations, and embedded media after conversion; unsupported features or unavailable fonts can change how slides render.

PPS vs PPT: format comparison

How the PPS and PPT formats compare on the properties that matter most for this conversion.

Comparison of the PPS and PPT file formats
Property .PPS PowerPoint Slide Show .PPT Microsoft PowerPoint Presentation
Editable text No No
Fixed page layout Yes Yes
Text formatting Extensive Extensive
Images Yes Yes
Interactive elements Limited Limited
Password protection Basic Basic
Opens in a web browser No No
Typical file size Large Large
Open standard No No
Best used for Sharing and distribution Publishing
Introduced 1997 1990
Developer Microsoft Microsoft
MIME type application/vnd.ms-powerpoint application/vnd.ms-powerpoint
Open PPS file Open PPT file

Information about file extensions and file types is provided by File-Extensions.org

Suggested software and links: pps to ppt converters

Ability Draw

A vector-based drawing tool from Ability Office

Apache OpenOffice Impress

Free presentation program from OpenOffice.org

Apple Keynote

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Microsoft PowerPoint

The presentation app from Microsoft Office / Microsoft 365

OfficeSuite

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OfficeSuite Professional

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SoftMaker Office for Windows Mobile

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SoftMaker Presentations

A innovative presentation program from Softmaker Office suite

Frequently asked questions

Is the PPS to PPT converter free?

Yes, converting PPS to PPT on 101convert.com is completely free. No registration, email address or installation is required. If you need a higher file size limit or want to convert more files at once, see our plans.

How large can my PPS file be?

You can upload PPS files up to 10 MB and convert up to 3 files at once in a single batch. With a paid plan the limit is up to 1000 MB per file and 100 files at once, see our plans.

What happens to my uploaded files?

Files are processed automatically and deleted from our servers within a few minutes after conversion. We never view or share your files.

Do I need to install any software to convert PPS to PPT?

No. The PPS to PPT conversion runs entirely online in your browser and works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.

Did the conversion fail?

In most cases, the cause is an incorrect file format. Please upload a valid PPS file for this PPS to PPT conversion. Occasionally, the issue may be on our side. We analyze recurring conversion failures and disable or fix the converter if we detect a defect.

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