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Convert DIF spreadsheet documents to FODS format, edit and optimize documents online and free.

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Data Interchange Format (.dif)

The Data Interchange Format (DIF) file extension is a standardized format used primarily for importing and exporting spreadsheet data between different software applications. Originating in the 1980s, DIF was developed by Software Arts for their pioneering spreadsheet program, VisiCalc. Despite its age, DIF remains relevant due to its simplicity and ease of implementation, facilitating interoperability among various data processing tools. Its structured, plain text nature makes it particularly suitable for transferring tabular data while maintaining data integrity across different platforms.

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OpenDocument Flat XML Spreadsheet (.fods)

The FODS (OpenDocument Flat XML Spreadsheet) file extension, developed by Oracle, is used for storing spreadsheet data in a plain XML format, making it more human-readable and easier to generate automatically without a spreadsheet editor. Unlike the more common ODS format, which uses a ZIP container, FODS files are not supported by Microsoft Excel but can be opened with OpenOffice Calc. This format was introduced as part of the ODF 1.2 specifications by OASIS.

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How to convert DIF to FODS?

  1. Upload DIF File

    Choose your DIF spreadsheet document for uploading to our DIF converter.

  2. Select DIF Tools

    Choose any DIF to FODS converter tools for a customized conversion, and click Convert.

  3. Download Your FODS

    Let the conversion process finish, then download your FODS spreadsheet document.

Convert DIF to FODS

Frequently Asked Questions

How to change DIF format to FODS?

To change DIF format to FODS, upload your DIF file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your DIF file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted FODS file afterward.

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Convert DIF to FODS on macOS

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your macOS system.

  1. Open macOS Terminal.
  2. Either cd to DIF file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your DIF_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert DIF_INPUT_FILE --to fods

Convert DIF to FODS on Windows

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.

  1. Open Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell.
  2. Either cd to DIF file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your DIF_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert DIF_INPUT_FILE --to fods

Convert DIF to FODS on Linux

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.

  1. Open Linux Terminal.
  2. Either cd to DIF file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your DIF_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert DIF_INPUT_FILE --to fods

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