DOTM File Type

- The quick facts

What are DOTM files and how to open them

Are you having problems opening a DOTM file or just wondering what they contain? We explain what these files are used for and show you software that we know can open or otherwise handle your files.

What is a DOTM file?

Files that contain the .dotm file extension are associated with the Microsoft Word word processing software application. The .dotm file extension is used for the macro-embedded document template files that are used by the software.

The document templates contained in the DOTM files can be used to create multiple documents, with each document containing the same formatting and macros. This prevents the user from having to create the same settings and macros over and over again each time a new document is created.

The DOTM file format was introduced with the 2007 of Microsoft Office and is also used in the 2010 version.

How to open DOTM files

Important: Different programs may use files with the DOTM file extension for different purposes, so unless you are sure which format your DOTM file is, you may need to try a few different programs.

While we have not verified the apps ourselves yet, our users have suggested 10 different DOTM openers which you will find listed below.

Last updated: March 17, 2022

Suggest another file format using extension DOTM

While we know of one file format using the .DOTM file extension, there may be more. It is widespread that different programs use files with the same file extension for very different types of data. Please let us know if you are aware of a different kind of .DOTM file.

Various apps that use files with this extension

These apps are known to open certain types of DOTM files. Remember, different programs may use DOTM files for different purposes, so you may need to try out a few of them to be able to open your specific file.