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Free ways to convert RTF to DOCX
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Microsoft Word
Open the .rtf file, then File → Save As → Word Document (.docx). Word reads RTF directly.
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LibreOffice Writer (free)
Open the RTF, then File → Save As → Word 2007-365 (.docx). For many files: soffice --headless --convert-to docx *.rtf.
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Pages (free, Mac)
Open the RTF in Pages, then File → Export To → Word → Next → Export.
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Google Docs
Upload the .rtf to Google Drive, open it with Google Docs, then File → Download → Microsoft Word (.docx).
Why convert RTF to DOCX?
RTF was the universal document format before DOCX. Converting to DOCX gives you a modern, editable file that works in every current word processor and document management system.
Frequently asked questions
Will tables and formatting survive RTF to DOCX conversion?
Yes, for standard RTF. RTF tables, bold/italic/underline, font sizes, and paragraph spacing convert reliably. Complex RTF features like nested tables, track changes, or annotations may not map perfectly — review the output and fix manually if needed.
How do I convert RTF to DOCX using LibreOffice?
`libreoffice --headless --convert-to docx input.rtf`. Or open the RTF in LibreOffice Writer and use File → Save As → .docx. Both methods use LibreOffice's RTF parser, which handles most RTF variants well.
Can I convert RTF to DOCX on a Mac without Word?
Yes — Pages on macOS can open RTF files and export to DOCX (File → Export To → Word). LibreOffice (free, cross-platform) also handles the conversion. Online tools work for files without sensitive information.
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