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Spec score 8.3 #38 of 93 in Presentation software

What it is

Apache OpenOffice Impress is free desktop software for creating multimedia presentations. It runs on Windows, GNU/Linux, and macOS, and can import or save PowerPoint .ppt and .pptx files while also using OpenDocument format. Presentation creation includes drawing tools, animation, special effects, and 2D and 3D clip art. Slides, Outline, Notes, and Handouts views are available, with an optional multi-pane view. Presenter Screen and multiple-monitor support can show upcoming slides, time, and speaker notes. Impress can export Flash .swf versions, and downloadable templates and third-party extensions can add functions. Listed data capabilities include editing, a visual query builder, and support for HSQLDB, dBase, Microsoft Access, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Adabas D, with CSV result export. Offline editing and track changes are listed; real-time collaboration is not. The software uses Apache License 2.0 and has volunteer, documentation, and consultant support.

Spec sheet

Purpose
Impress is a tool for creating multimedia presentations.Read 7 Oct 2026 · openoffice.org
Intended users
The project identifies governments, education, businesses, nonprofits, IT businesses, and free/open-source advocates among the groups using OpenOffice.Read 7 Oct 2026 · openoffice.org
Platforms
The maker says OpenOffice works on all common computers; its download page directs users to binaries organized by operating system and platform.Read 7 Oct 2026 · openoffice.org
Free plan
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · openoffice.org
Security
The project says the software can contain security-relevant bugs and accepts vulnerability reports through its security team.Read 7 Oct 2026 · openoffice.org
Support
The project lists volunteer community forums and mailing lists, documentation, and professional services from listed consultants.Read 7 Oct 2026 · openoffice.org
Founded
2000Read 28 Sep 2026 · openoffice.org
File formats
Impress saves in OpenDocument format and can import or save PowerPoint .ppt and .pptx files.Read 7 Oct 2026 · openoffice.org
Flash export
Impress includes the ability to create Flash .swf versions of presentations.Read 7 Oct 2026 · openoffice.org
License and use
Apache OpenOffice is released under the Apache License 2.0 and may be used for domestic, commercial, educational, or public-administration purposes.Read 7 Oct 2026 · openoffice.org
PowerPoint export
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · openoffice.org
PowerPoint import
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · openoffice.org
Presenter mode
YesRead 20 Sep 2026 · openoffice.org
Presenter tools
Multiple-monitor support and Presenter Screen can show upcoming slides, time, and speaker notes.Read 7 Oct 2026 · openoffice.org
Supported platforms
Windows,GNU/Linux,macOSRead 20 Sep 2026 · openoffice.org
Templates and extensions
Users can download templates, and the OpenOffice extensions framework allows third-party tools to add functions.Read 7 Oct 2026 · openoffice.org
Views
It supports Slides, Outline, Notes, and Handouts views, plus an optional multi-pane view.Read 7 Oct 2026 · openoffice.org
Visuals
It offers 2D and 3D clip art, special effects, animation, and drawing tools.Read 7 Oct 2026 · openoffice.org

Plans and prices

Apache OpenOffice Impress Free Free to download and use; no license fees; install on as many computers as you like Read 7 Oct 2026 · openoffice.org

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Free desktop use with no license fees
  • Imports and exports PowerPoint files
  • Includes Presenter Screen and monitor support
  • Works offline and supports track changes
  • Supports multiple listed database systems

Limits

  • No real-time collaboration
  • Flash export uses the SWF format
  • Security-relevant bugs may occur
  • Desktop platforms only

Who it suits

It suits individuals and organizations needing free, offline presentation software on Windows, macOS, or Linux, particularly where PowerPoint file exchange matters. Its listed database tools also suit users working with supported data sources.

Verdict

Impress combines broad presentation authoring with PowerPoint compatibility and offline desktop operation. Choose it when free licensing and local editing matter more than simultaneous collaboration.

Where Specifiction places it

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