Convert SAM to AWP

Understanding SAM and AWP file formats

SAM files are document files created by Ami Pro, a word processing software developed by Lotus in the 1990s. These files contain formatted text, images, and layout information. AWP files, on the other hand, are Ability Write documents, used by the Ability Office suite. They also store formatted text and images, but are not natively compatible with SAM files.

Why convert SAM to AWP?

Converting SAM to AWP is necessary if you want to edit or use old Ami Pro documents in Ability Write. Since these formats are not directly compatible, conversion ensures document accessibility and editing in modern software.

How to convert SAM to AWP

There is no direct converter from SAM to AWP. The best approach is a two-step process:

1. Convert SAM to a common format (such as RTF or DOC):
   - Use LibreOffice or OpenOffice to open the SAM file.
   - Go to File → Save As and choose RTF or DOC as the output format.
2. Open the converted file in Ability Write:
   - Launch Ability Write.
   - Use File → Open to open the RTF or DOC file.
   - Save the document as an AWP file using File → Save As and select AWP as the format.

Recommended software for conversion

• LibreOffice or Apache OpenOffice: For opening and converting SAM files to RTF or DOC.
• Ability Office (Ability Write): For opening RTF/DOC and saving as AWP.

Tips for successful conversion

• Check formatting after each conversion step, as some features may not transfer perfectly.
• Keep backup copies of your original SAM files.
• If you encounter issues, try exporting as plain text and reformatting in Ability Write.