SXI File Extension

StarOffice Impress Presentation

File Type sxi
Developer Oracle
Popularity
4.3 (37 votes)
Application IBM Lotus Symphony
Category Document Files
Format Binary

What is a SXI file?

StarOffice Impress Presentation, identified by the SXI extension, is a Document Files type and includes 969 files.

The StarOffice Impress Presentation (SXI) was created by Oracle, a company that developed file format and produced 36 programs for their use.

SXI files are supported by Mac OS, Linux and Windows. If you need to open a SXI file, you can use one of 5 programs, such as OpenOffice Impress, LibreOffice Impress and IBM Lotus Symphony.

Windows

Mac OS

Linux

How to open a SXI file?

If you’re having difficulty opening a SXI file, it is often due to not having the correct software. To solve the problem, choose a compatible program from the list. Then follow the link to the official developer site, download the software, and install it on your device.

The most popular programs for working with SXI files are OpenOffice Impress, LibreOffice Impress and IBM Lotus Symphony. To install the current version of IBM Lotus Symphony, go directly to the official IBM website. The universal package for all operating systems is available there.

Following installation, SXI files should be automatically opened with IBM Lotus Symphony.

Set IBM Lotus Symphony as the default SXI program

Changing the default program in Windows

Right-click your SXI file, then navigate to the "Open With" option and click "Choose Another Application" to continue;
In the pop-up window, select the IBM Lotus Symphony application;
Check the "Always use this application" checkbox, and then click "OK" to apply the selected application as the default for opening SXI files.

Change Default Program on Mac

Right click or Control + left click on the desired SXI file;
Select "Open in application" and click "Other";
Look at the bottom of the window, where you will see the "Enable" menu. "Recommended Programs" will be selected as the default option;
Within this menu select "All Programs" and navigate to IBM Lotus Symphony. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make sure it’s the default option.

Convert to and from SXI

For difficult SXI files, try converting them to formats like PDF or similar formats to improve usability.

Please note that after converting a SXI file, some functionality may differ from the original. However, in many cases, it can be converted back to its original format.

Using offline applications such as IBM Lotus Symphony, you can convert SXI files to various formats without losing data quality.

Convert SXI to other file formats

SXI to PDF

Converting Files to SXI Format

Solve problems with SXI files

When issues arise with SXI files, they can generally be fixed with small software tweaks. Use the troubleshooting tips below to help resolve them.

What are the telltale signs of a corrupt SXI file?

Corrupted SXI document files may have one or more of the following symptoms:

Unexpected expansion of the total size of the SXI file;
Opening or processing the file in IBM Lotus Symphony or other programs causes instability or crashes in the program;
The file shows errors when trying to open it or does not open completely;
While working with the file, error messages appear;
Poor performance when editing a file in OpenOffice Impress;

Why does IBM Lotus Symphony crash or shut down frequently?

IBM Lotus Symphony crashes can occur due to outdated software versions. To mitigate this, install the latest updates for IBM products.

Restarting your computer will solve many common problems, which is why it’s the first thing you should do before changing any settings related to the software.

Is there any specific software or utility that can help repair a damaged SXI file?

Open the damaged SXI file with a recovery program, and then select the "Repair" menu item to start the repair process. Wait for the recovery process to finish, as it will automatically repair damaged document files.

How to edit a SXI file?

To edit SXI files, you need to install specialized software that allows you not only to open but also to modify document files. Online SXI editors usually provide fewer features than software created specifically for StarOffice Impress Presentation.

List of Top SXI editors 2026

Taking into account the provided details, we have prepared a list of SXI editors that match your needs.

SXI Editor Software	Developer	Platforms	Overall Rating
LibreOffice Impress	TDF	Windows, Mac OS, Linux	4.9 out of 5 (36 reviews)
IBM Lotus Symphony	IBM	Windows	4.7 out of 5 (36 reviews)
OpenOffice Impress	OpenOffice	Windows, Mac OS, Linux	4.6 out of 5 (40 reviews)

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