How to Convert Xps to Powerpoint

by Dmitriy Richter

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XPS (Open XML Paper Specification) is an extension for files written in a page description language and a fixed-document format originally created by Microsoft. Powerpoint is a commonly used presentation program developed by Microsoft, and is a key component of Microsoft's "Office" package. In order to convert from XPS to Powerpoint (PPT), a conversion program must be downloaded and used. Many of these programs are available for online download as free trial versions.

Conversion with Able2Extract XPS Converter v.6.0

Step 1

Download and install Able2Extract XPS Converter v.6.0 (see Resources).

Step 2

Run the conversion program on the desktop. Click the "Add File..." button. Select an XPS file for conversion. Click "Add."

Step 3

Click on the "Output Type" menu. Select "PPT (*.ppt)."

Step 4

Click the "Browse" button next to the "Output" field. Select a target destination for the converted PPT file. Click "OK."

Click the "Convert" button to begin the conversion process.

Conversion with Free gDoc Creator

Step 1

Download and install Free gDoc Creator.

Step 2

Run the program on the desktop. Click the "Open..." button below the "Input" area. Select an XPS file to convert. Click "Open."

Step 3

Click on the "Document Type:" menu in the "Convert Format" area of the screen. Select "Microsoft Powerpoint."

Step 4

Click "Browse..." in the "Convert Format" area. Select a destination folder for the converted PPT file. Click "OK."

Click the "Convert" button at the top-center of the window. Press the "X" button next to the "Convert" button at any time during the conversion process to stop.