Convert OTT to POT using C# or Online App
Build Microsoft Word OTT to PowerPoint POT conversion apps on .NET Framework, .NET Core, Windows Azure, Mono or Xamarin Platforms.
How to Convert OTT to POT Using C#
In order to automate the process for any Word ott files to PowerPoint pot presentation batch conversion, we’ll use Aspose.Words for .NET and Aspose.Slides for .NET APIs. The former is a word processing API for processing or manipulating Microsoft Word documents. Whereas, the latter is a presentation manipulation API that lets you create or modify Microsoft PowerPoint slides. Both APIs are part of Aspose.Total for .NET package. You can directly download from Nuget or may use the following commands from the Package Manager Console.
Package Manager Console Command
PM> Install-Package Aspose.Total
Steps to Convert OTT to POT via C#
Aspose.Total makes it easy for the developers to load & convert OTT files to POT in just a few lines of code.
- Add reference of Aspose.Total for .NET
- Load OTT file using Aspose.Words.Document class
- Save the OTT document into HTML
- Create Aspose.Slides.Presentation Object
- Import HTML content in text frame of any slide shape inside presentation
- Save the document using Aspose.Slides.Presentation.Save(“output.pot”, SaveFormat.Pot)
System Requirements
Aspose.Total for .NET is supported on all major operating systems. Just make sure that you have the following prerequisites.
- Microsoft Windows or a compatible OS with .NET Framework, .NET Core, Windows Azure, Mono or Xamarin Platforms.
- Development environment like Microsoft Visual Studio.
- Aspose.Words for .NET & Aspose.Slides for .NET DLLs or Aspose.Total for .NET DLL referenced in your project.
This code sample shows how to convert a OTT to POT using C#
Aspose.Words.Document ott = new Aspose.Words.Document("sourceWordFile.ott");
// Save OTT file to HTML
ott.Save("filepath\\test.html", SaveFormat.Html);
// To convert multi pages OTT documents, export each page to HTML separately using Aspose.Words and then use the below code to convert to POT.
using (Presentation pot = new Presentation()){
// Access the default first slide of presentation
ISlide slide = pres.Slides[0];
// Adding the AutoShape to accomodate the HTML content
// Adjust it as of your need
IAutoShape ashape = slide.Shapes.AddAutoShape(ShapeType.Rectangle, 10, 10, pres.SlideSize.Size.Width - 20, pres.SlideSize.Size.Height - 10);
ashape.FillFormat.FillType = FillType.NoFill;
// Adding text frame to the shape
ashape.AddTextFrame("");
// Clearing all paragraphs in added text frame
ashape.TextFrame.Paragraphs.Clear();
// Loading the HTML file using stream reader
TextReader tr = new StreamReader("filepath\\test.html");
// Adding text from HTML stream reader in text frame
ashape.TextFrame.Paragraphs.AddFromHtml(tr.ReadToEnd());
// Save the POT Presentation
pot.Save("filepath\\pres.pot", Aspose.Slides.Export.SaveFormat.Pot);
}
Online Converter for OTT to POT
About Aspose.Total
Aspose.Total for .NET is complete package of document Manipulation APIs. APIs are easily integratable within any .NET based application to manipulate Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, PDF, Images, Barcodes and more than 100 other formats. Programmers can easily use these to create, modify, render, print and convert between most popular file formats within any .NET, C#, ASP.NET and VB.NET applications without the need of any other software.
FAQ
- How can I convert OTT to POT Online?Online App for OTT conversion is integrated above. To use this app, you can add your OTT file by dragging and dropping it into the designated white area or by clicking inside the area to import the document. Next, press the Convert button to start the conversion process. After the OTT to POT conversion is complete, you can download your newly converted file with just one click, and it will be available to you in the form of a POT file.
- How long does it take to convert OTT?This online converter operates quickly but is primarily dependent on the size of the OTT file being converted. For small OTT files, the conversion to POT can be completed in a matter of seconds. However, if you have integrated the conversion code within a .NET application, the conversion speed will depend on how well your application has been optimized for the conversion process.
- Is it safe to convert OTT to POT using free Aspose.Total converter?Of course! Once the OTT to POT conversion is complete, the download link for the newly converted POT file will be instantly available. It also assures the safety of the conversion process, as all uploaded files, including OTT files, are completely secure and will be deleted from the system after 24 hours. Furthermore, the download links will stop working after this period, ensuring the privacy and protection of your files. The integrated app is free to use and designed for testing purposes so that users can evaluate the results before integrating the code into their projects.
- What browser should I use to convert OTT?You can use any modern web browser, such as Google Chrome, Firefox, Opera, or Safari, for the online OTT to POT conversion. However, if you are developing a desktop application, the Aspose.Total OTT Conversion API is recommended for smooth and efficient processing.
Explore OTT Conversion Options with .NET
What is OTT File Format?
OTT (OpenDocument Template) is a file format used for creating templates in the OpenDocument format. OpenDocument is an open standard for office documents, including text documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and more. OTT files specifically serve as templates for creating new documents with predefined styles, formatting, and content.
OTT files are based on the XML-based OpenDocument format, which ensures interoperability and compatibility across different office suites and applications that support the OpenDocument standard, such as LibreOffice, Apache OpenOffice, and Calligra Suite.
When you open an OTT file, it serves as a starting point for creating a new document. It contains placeholders, predefined styles, and other elements that help structure the content and maintain consistency throughout the document. Users can modify the template as needed, such as replacing placeholders with actual content, adjusting styles, and adding or removing sections.
The advantage of using OTT files is that they provide a convenient and efficient way to create documents with consistent formatting and layout. By starting with a template, users can save time and effort in setting up the document structure and formatting from scratch.
OTT files can be easily shared and distributed, allowing others to use the same template to create documents with a unified look and feel. They also support customization options, allowing users to personalize the template according to their specific needs.
What is POT File Format?
Microsoft PowerPoint Template Files POT format is a file format that is used to store PowerPoint templates. A POT file contains a collection of slides that can be used to create a PowerPoint presentation. POT files are typically created by PowerPoint users who want to share their templates with others.