# LibreOffice ODT to PDF

Batch convert ODT documents to PDF via LibreOffice while preserving original layout

> Canonical page: https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/libreoffice-odt-to-pdf

- **Category:** Document Tools

- **Keywords:** libreoffice, odt, pdf, batch, soffice

## Overview

Convert OpenDocument text files to PDF with LibreOffice CLI.

**Highlights:**
- Supports \.odt files
- Batch conversion in one run
- Merges multiple converted PDFs into one output

## Inputs

- **ODT Files** (file): Upload .odt files

## When to use

- When you need to share ODT documents with users who do not have LibreOffice installed.
- When you need to combine multiple ODT files into a single, unified PDF report.
- When you want to ensure your document formatting remains static and uneditable for final distribution.

## How it works

- Upload your ODT files using the file selector.
- The tool utilizes the LibreOffice CLI to process each document individually.
- The system automatically merges all converted pages into a single, cohesive PDF output.
- Download your finalized PDF document directly from the browser.

## Use cases

- Converting a series of individual chapter ODT files into a single book manuscript PDF.
- Standardizing internal office documents for distribution as read-only PDF files.
- Preparing multiple project reports for a client presentation in one consolidated document.

## Frequently asked questions

### Does this tool preserve my document formatting?

Yes, by using the LibreOffice engine, the tool ensures that your original layout, styles, and formatting are accurately preserved in the PDF output.

### Can I convert multiple files at once?

Yes, the tool supports batch processing and will automatically merge all uploaded ODT files into one single PDF.

### Is there a limit to the number of files I can upload?

You can upload up to 30 files in a single batch, provided the total file size does not exceed 200MB.

### What file formats are supported?

This tool specifically supports .odt (OpenDocument Text) files for conversion to PDF.

### Is the conversion process secure?

Your files are processed in a secure environment and are not stored permanently on our servers after the conversion is complete.

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