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# Apache OpenOffice Writer Reviews
**Vendor:** The Apache Software Foundation  
**Category:** [Document Creation Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/document-creation)  
**Average Rating:** 4.3/5.0  
**Total Reviews:** 37
## About 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.



## Apache OpenOffice Writer Pros & Cons
**What users like:**

- Users appreciate the **ample features** of Apache OpenOffice Writer, making it suitable for authors' needs. (1 reviews)

**What users dislike:**

- Users find the **lack of FB2 file generation** feature a significant limitation in Apache OpenOffice Writer. (1 reviews)

## Apache OpenOffice Writer Reviews
  ### 1. Packed with Features for Writers

**Rating:** 5.0/5.0 stars

**Reviewed by:** Сергей . | Психотерапевт, Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

**Reviewed Date:** December 11, 2025

**What do you like best about Apache OpenOffice Writer?**

enough features for authors (writers) work

**What do you dislike about Apache OpenOffice Writer?**

One drawback is that there isn't a built-in feature to generate FB2 files.

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

I use it daily for writing, and I also make use of Calc. It meets all my needs, so I don't feel the need to purchase any other software.


## Apache OpenOffice Writer Discussions
  - [Is it possible to set in the same document sheets A4 and A3?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/is-it-possible-to-set-in-the-same-document-sheets-a4-and-a3) - 1 comment, 1 upvote

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## Apache OpenOffice Writer Features
**Additional Functionality**
- Third-Party Integrations
- To-Do List
- @mentions
- Single Sign On
- File Management
- Activity Dashboard
- Drag & Drop
- Alerts/Notifications
- Prioritization
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Screen Sharing
- Content Management
- Brainstorming
- AI Copilot
- File Transfer
- Calendar Management
- Status Tracking
- Real-Time Notifications
- Version Control
- Task Management
- Activity Tracking
- Real Time Editing
- Communication Management
- Chat/Messaging
- Tagging
- Generative AI
- Assignment Management
- Task Scheduling
- Project Management
- Collaboration Tools
- Workflow Management
- Secure Data Storage
- File Sharing
- Document Storage
- Task Progress Tracking
- Discussions/Forums
- Commenting/Notes
- Reporting & Statistics
- Contact Management
- Video Conferencing
- Progress Tracking
- Mobile Access
- API
- Document Management
- Customizable Branding

**Design**
- Graphics
- Templates
- Themes

**Collaboration**
- Multi-User Collaboration
- Real-Time Communication

**File Types**
- Export
- Import
- Web Publishing

**Edit & Revise**
- Revision History
- Suggestion Mode
- Document Editor

**Integrate & Embed**
- Calendar
- Website
- Applications

**Operating System**
- PC Operating System
- Mac Operating System
- Linux Operating System

**Generative AI**
- AI Text Generation
- AI Text Summarization
- AI Text-to-Image
- AI Text-to-Speech
- AI Image-to-Text

**Agentic AI - Document Creation**
- Proactive Assistance

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