Microsoft Word Open XML Document
General Information
| Title | DOCX File Extension |
| Extension | .docx |
| Full Form | Microsoft Word Open XML Document |
| File Type | Word Processing Document |
| Developer | Microsoft Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.openxmlformats-officedocument.wordprocessingml.document |
File Function
| Primary Function | Document creation, Text formatting |
| Additional Functions | Embedded media, Macros |
| Features | Styles, Templates |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High-resolution |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | Limited |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Document Writing | Yes |
| Academic Papers | Yes |
| Business Reports | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Macro viruses |
| Best Practices | Disable macros, Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2007 |
| Latest Version | Part of Office 365 (2023) |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .doc, .odt, .rtf, .txt |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft Word |
Subscription | Windows, Mac |
 LibreOffice Writer |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 Google Docs |
Free, Subscription | Web-based |