How can I convert a Powerpoint ppsx file extension to a pptx file extension

Douglas Ratcliffe 0 Reputation points
2026-03-23T18:37:00.7633333+00:00

I created a macOS Keynote slide presentation consisting of 153 photos. I exported the Keynote slides into Powerpoint for Mac 15.107.1 which created a Powerpoint presentation (ppsx file extension). I would like to convert the (ppsx to a pptx) file extension.

Microsoft 365 and Office | PowerPoint | Other | MacOS
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  1. AI answer

    2026-03-23T18:37:08.5566667+00:00

    In PowerPoint, a .ppsx (PowerPoint Show) and a .pptx (PowerPoint Presentation) are the same file format internally; only the default opening behavior differs. On macOS, convert it by saving a copy as .pptx:

    1. Open the .ppsx file in PowerPoint for Mac.
    2. Select File > Save As.
    3. In File Format, choose PowerPoint Presentation (.pptx).
    4. Choose a location and select Save.

    The new file will be a standard .pptx presentation that opens in Normal (editing) view.

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  2. John Korchok 236K Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
    2026-03-23T21:50:19.26+00:00

    The bot has the basic steps,but hasn't told you how to open the PPSX file. Double-clicking on it doesn't work, because it goes straight in to SlideShow mode. Instead, use the File>Open command in PowerPoint to open it in Normal (Edit) mode. Then save as PPTX.

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