Convert ODS to TSV Online Free
Extract data from OpenDocument spreadsheets into tab-separated format. Perfect for pasting into other spreadsheets, Unix command-line tools, and database imports.
ChangeThisFile converts your OpenDocument spreadsheet to tab-separated TSV format directly in your browser using the SheetJS library. Cell values are extracted and delimited with tabs for clean data export. Your file stays on your device, ensuring privacy. Free, instant, no signup required.
Convert ODS to TSV
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ODS vs TSV: Format Comparison
Key differences between the two formats
| Feature | ODS (OpenDocument Spreadsheet) | TSV |
|---|---|---|
| File format | ZIP archive with XML (ISO standard) | Plain text with tab delimiters |
| Multiple sheets | Supported (multiple worksheets) | Single table only |
| Formulas | Supported with OpenFormula standard | Not supported (values only) |
| Formatting | Styles, colors, borders, charts | None (plain text) |
| File size | Compressed XML, moderate | Minimal, just raw data |
| Spreadsheet paste | Requires compatible application | Paste directly into any spreadsheet |
| Command-line tools | Requires parser library | Native with awk, cut, sort, grep |
When to Convert
Common scenarios where this conversion is useful
Pasting ODS data into other applications
Convert ODS files to TSV for direct pasting into Excel, Google Sheets, or any application that accepts tab-separated input.
Processing LibreOffice data with Unix tools
Convert ODS spreadsheets to TSV for processing with awk, cut, sort, and other command-line text processing tools.
Database imports from ODS files
Many databases support TSV for COPY or bulk load operations. Convert ODS data to TSV for fast database insertion.
Government data extraction
Many government agencies publish data in ODS format. Convert to TSV for analysis in data science tools and custom pipelines.
How to Convert ODS to TSV
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Upload your ODS file
Drag and drop your .ods file onto the converter, or click to browse. Files from LibreOffice, OpenOffice, or Google Sheets export are supported.
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Automatic conversion
The first sheet is parsed. Formulas are resolved to values. Formatting is stripped. Cell data is output as tab-separated columns.
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Download the TSV result
Click Download to save your .tsv file. Copy and paste the output directly into any spreadsheet for instant column alignment.
Frequently Asked Questions
LibreOffice Calc, Apache OpenOffice, Google Sheets (export option), Collabora Online, and GNOME Gnumeric all produce ODS files.
The first sheet in the ODS workbook is converted. Rearrange sheets in your application if you need a different one.
Yes. Formulas are resolved to their last computed values. The TSV output contains calculated results.
ODS dates are converted to their text representation based on the formatting applied in the spreadsheet.
Yes. TSV is the native clipboard format for spreadsheets. Copy the output and paste into Excel or Google Sheets for automatic column alignment.
Tab characters within cell values are replaced to prevent breaking the TSV column structure.
No. The converter uses SheetJS to parse ODS files entirely in your browser without any office suite.
No. Only cell data and values are included in the TSV output. Visual elements like charts and images are stripped.
The converter handles moderately sized files. Performance depends on your device's memory.
Yes. The conversion happens entirely in your browser. Your ODS data is never sent to any server.
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