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What is Apache OpenOffice Writer?

Writer has everything you would expect from a modern, fully equipped word processor. It is simple enough for a quick memo, yet powerful enough to create complete books with contents, diagrams, indexes, etc. You're free to concentrate on your ideas while Writer makes them look great.

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Writer has everything you would expect from a modern, fully equipped word processor. It is simple enough for a quick memo, yet powerful enough to create complete books with contents, diagrams, indexes, etc. You're free to concentrate on your ideas while Writer makes them look great.


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Padmakar B.
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Padmakar B.Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
4.0 out of 5
"Friendly and economical document writer"
The capability to open all the common document types and enable to save it in all the common formats. It is free and easy to use.
Hugo R.
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Hugo R.Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
4.5 out of 5
"Apache OpenOffice Writer is a free, complete text editor included in the Apache OpenOffice suite."
Writer allows you to carry out mathematical calculations in tables, although more limited to the possibilities offered by a spreadsheet. Excellent...
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4.0 out of 5
"Top competition for ms word"
It has all the features that are in Ms word and is also compatible with it while it's free for everyone.
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Faisal U.
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What do you like best about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

Open Office is used in my organization this is a good work and freeware software It's used for Letters, Resume, etc. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

Nothing but sometimes slow work and High version Microsoft supporting the issue. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Apache OpenOffice Writer:

Yes I Recommend that the easy use open office writer. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Apache OpenOffice Writer solving and how is that benefiting you?

First of all, the benefit is that the freeware version has no licensing issues so use every organization and I deploy in thin clients and Pcs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

It is free and available for both windows and linux.

It fills the void of a complete office suit for Linux Machines. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

It feels outdated. Its UI is similar to that of MS Office 2007, and its website appears as if they don't want you to download the software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Apache OpenOffice Writer solving and how is that benefiting you?

I used it for some basic editing tasks while using Ubuntu as my primary OS. It helps us to perform general tasks efficiently, but when trying to do advanced tasks, it is not that user-friendly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

Bascally, ths is a very cost-effective (free) alternative to M.S. Office with almost all the features. What I like best is that it has nearly all the features of M.S. Office and Google Docs and it's free. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

Formatting sometimes doesn't translate to M.S. Word. It's missing email and Calendar applications. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Apache OpenOffice Writer:

You really can't go wrong with this software for creating master files and subdocuments. Unless you have to have a program like M.S. for the features it offers, you should be using Apache OpenOffice Writer as a free source of software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Apache OpenOffice Writer solving and how is that benefiting you?

One of the biggest problems it helps me solve is that I'm able to create a master document and I can cross-reference from that to subdocuments. I can create one file fo my master document and its' subdocuments. Cost of programs is the primary issue also. With this program being free, I'm not having to pay for a word processing program. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

Open Office is very user-friendly and easy to use. It has an attractive layout as well, which I appreciate. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

Sometimes there are issues with adding in page numbers. Additionally, adding images is often difficult because it is sometimes impossible to get photos to line up how you want them to, even if there is enough space for the image. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Apache OpenOffice Writer:

N/A It is pretty easy to use and helpful, but just needs a few tweaks to be even better. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Apache OpenOffice Writer solving and how is that benefiting you?

I am able to get my thoughts out well and keep lists organized well. It is very easy to work with tables, which I use a lot. Editing tables (adding/removing columns or rows) is easy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

You can edit or create word documents for free, no need to have a subscription. Suitable for starting a small business or for students. you can keep the money to invest in yourself and invest in other projects Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

Some documents you create might not be compatible with Microsoft programs. you can face this problem when you send the copy as an attachment to other colleagues or clients you work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Apache OpenOffice Writer solving and how is that benefiting you?

creating contracts and agreements Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

This product is old, but during its time, it provided a great free alternative to Microsoft Word. It was open source and provided the same functionality as Microsoft Word, allowing for exportation into PDF and doc format. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

There were some aspects of the application that were not fully optimized, and some features were missing that were found in Microsoft Word. Not much to complain about, considering this application was free. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Apache OpenOffice Writer:

Great alternative if purchasing a Microsoft Office license is not a viable option. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Apache OpenOffice Writer solving and how is that benefiting you?

I was able to complete my essays and other homework assignments with OpenOffice Writer. I was mainly benefiting from the fact that I did not have to purchase a license from Microsoft Word. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Viswanath V.
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What do you like best about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

Apache provides lots of softwares, this is one of the best apps. This package provides Word, Office, Excel, PowerPoint etc ... Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

This application could be enhanced. The UI can be improved. This doesn't provide the impact which Microsoft office does. The ease of this tool can be improved. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Apache OpenOffice Writer solving and how is that benefiting you?

This is a temporary remedy for Office Apps. Focusing on the Improvement opportunities of this apps there are many. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

It is a helpful way to type out information quickly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

It seems to lack in features compared to other writing applications. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Apache OpenOffice Writer solving and how is that benefiting you?

Being able to communicate with customers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SAMUEL K.
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What do you like best about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

What I like best about this software is that it is free to download for anyone who wants to use it, whether it be for school, business, or anything else. I also like the fact that is has features that are very, very comparable to what you would find in Microsoft Word. As such, you are able to design and compose your document in a matter that is very similar to what you would be getting from what would be considered a more "premium" word processing software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

Although there is more that I like than dislike about this software, I would have to mention that some, not all, of the commonly used features of this software are "hidden" within the toolbar at the top of the screen. In other words, sometimes it may be a bit challenging to find the feature you need to use, such as creating a subscript/superscript, footnote, and the like. Other than that, there is not much I have left to point out as it relates to what I dislike about this software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Apache OpenOffice Writer:

I would recommend that everyone who composes any sort of documents gives this software a try, as there is literally nothing to lose. I am sure that many people who take the plunge would find using this software very enjoyable. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Apache OpenOffice Writer solving and how is that benefiting you?

By using this software, I am able to solve problems relating to document composition. This software allows me to comfortably and efficiently write documents without any random glitches which I have experienced with other similar software. Some of the benefits I have realized is that I will not have to expend additional funds on having to buy a new computer in order to have a more "premium" software be compatible on my relatively older device. Instead, this software manufacturer keeps older versions of the software available to download pretty much at all times, which allows for me to simply use an older version of the software if I do not want to upgrade my computer in its entirety. Overall, this software provides a seamless service when it comes to my being able to compose documents, edit them, and safely save them for future access. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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What do you like best about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

My favorite features of OpenOffice Writer are:

- a clear indication of the margins of the sheet, which allows you to immediately evaluate whether it is suitable for the file or not;

- all the most frequently used commands are in the ribbon bar, you avoid having to search for them in the curtains

-the print control window is complete with all the information, it is impossible to go wrong. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Apache OpenOffice Writer?

One of my least favorite things about OpenOffice Writer is the small size of the icons in the ribbon bar. Although it is really convenient to have the most frequently used ones just a click away, sometimes the small icon is not very intuitive and not very visible.

It would be nice to have pre-loaded templates to use as needed. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Apache OpenOffice Writer:

Simplicity and economy Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Apache OpenOffice Writer solving and how is that benefiting you?

Through this program I can easily create work reports. Furthermore, it is essential for me to have a program that can handle large files with a large content of text and images, and so far I have found my needs met. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.