ODI File Extension

ODI file icon

OpenDocument Image

What is a ODI file?

The ODI extension is related to OpenDocument Image and is classified in the Graphics Files category, which contains 556 files.

ODI files are supported by Windows, Mac OS and Linux. When working with ODI files, you can rely on 4 programs, including StarOffice, OpenOffice and LibreOffice.

MIME types

  • application/vnd.oasis.opendocument.image

How to open a ODI file?

If you can’t open a ODI file, it is usually because the necessary software is missing. To resolve the issue, select the right program from the list for your operating system. Then go to the official website of the developer, download the software, and install it.

StarOffice, OpenOffice and LibreOffice stand out as the preferred programs to manage ODI files effectively. To get the latest version of StarOffice, open the Oracle website where a universal installer for all operating systems is available.

When you finish installing StarOffice, the system will automatically launch ODI files with it.

Set StarOffice to open ODI by default

Change default apps on Mac

  1. Right-click or use Control + Left-click on the desired ODI file to access the file’s context menu;
  2. Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
  3. At the bottom of the window, you will see the "Enable" menu. It is already set to the default option, "Recommended Programs";
  4. Within this menu, select "All Programs" and then search for StarOffice. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make it the default program.

Set default programs for Windows

  1. Take the first step by right-clicking on your ODI file. Next, select "Open With" and then choose "Choose another app" from the available options;
  2. Find the StarOffice application in the pop-up window and select it as your preferred program;
  3. Select the "Always use this application" check box and click "OK" to save your selection as the default application for opening ODI files.

Convert files to and from ODI

If a ODI file is difficult to handle, you might try converting it to formats such as DOC or similar, which may be easier to work with.

Be aware that converting a ODI file may reduce some features, but you can usually revert it to the original format.

Convert ODI to other file formats

Easy ODI Troubleshooting

When facing challenges with ODI files, simple adjustments in your software can often solve the problem. Find helpful troubleshooting guidance below.

How do I know if my ODI file has been damaged?

ODI graphics files that have become corrupted may display one or more of the following symptoms:

  • Error alerts occur when actions are performed on the file;
  • The file exhibits poor performance during editing operations in OpenOffice;
  • When opening the file, errors occur or the inability to access its contents;
  • Unexplained ODI file size inflation;
  • StarOffice or other programs stop responding or crash when trying to handle the file;

Why does StarOffice quit or crash unexpectedly?

Lack of software updates is a possible reason behind StarOffice crash. Keep your Oracle products up to date by installing the latest updates.

Restarting your computer is often an effective solution to resolve various common problems. Therefore, it is recommended to do so before making any changes to the software configuration.

What methods can be used to repair a damaged ODI file?

In a data recovery program, open the damaged ODI file and select the "Repair" menu option. Allow the recovery process to complete, which will automatically repair the damaged graphics files.

How to edit a ODI file?

To make changes to ODI files, you need specialized software that allows both opening and editing the graphics files. Online ODI editors offer fewer capabilities than applications optimized for OpenDocument Image.

Best ODI Editor Software in 2026

After analyzing the criteria, we have created a list of ODI editors available for use.

ODI Editor SoftwareDeveloperPlatformsOverall Rating
StarOfficeOracleWindows4.8 out of 5 (36 reviews)
OpenOfficeOpenOfficeWindows, Mac OS, Linux4.5 out of 5 (37 reviews)
LibreOfficeTDFWindows, Mac OS, Linux4.2 out of 5 (40 reviews)
NeoOfficePlanamesaMac OS4.2 out of 5 (40 reviews)