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The DOC format was created by Microsoft in the 90s and it immediately gained popularity among users. However, as time went on and we entered the mid-2000s, the format’s popularity started declining. Though DOC has seen a decline it remains the most popular way to describe a file, even if the file being described isn’t a DOC. You can say it’s coined the reference to digital documents for the foreseeable future.

Application and key features of .doc

Microsoft produced the extension to enable its users to create and edit documentation online. It’s a binary file format that consists of records and frameworks with a focus on text formatting, charts, images and other files with editable content.

If there is an MS Office pack installed on your device, you won’t run into any difficulties with opening it. Depending on the version of Word, DOC files can also differ. They help create a wide range of documents, such as application letters, reports, diploma papers, etc. As soon as a user is finished editing they can either save or print a copy of the document they created.

At the time of its creation, the format was an innovative type of extension for encoding documents. It was a brilliant thing for authors since it allowed them to insert graphics and images. Nevertheless, times change and Microsoft Word 2007 came up with a new default one (DOCX). However, the old version is still used by many to this day.

File extension

doc

Internet media type

Document file format

Programs that use this format

Microsoft Word (1997-2003)
OpenOffice.org Writer
IBM Lotus Symphony
Apple Pages
AbiWord
WordPerfect

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More information on doc

Developer

Microsoft Corporation

FAQ

What program will open a .DOC file?

Microsoft Word (version 97 and above) is the primary program used for opening and working with DOC files, but it isn't free to use. There are free alternatives to Microsoft Office that include support for DOC files, like LibreOffice Writer, OpenOffice Writer, and WPS Office Writer.

What are 3 types of documents?

Common Types of DocumentsEmails.Business Letters.Business Reports.Transactional Documents.Financial Reports and Documents.Jan 3, 2020

Is DOC format still used?

The DOC file format was the only file format for Microsoft Office until the company launched its 2003 version of MS Word. The DOCX format was introduced with the launch of the MS Word 2007 and is still the file format up to now.

What is full form of DOC?

The full form of DOC and DOCS is Document and Documents respectively. In computing, DOC is a filename extension for word processing documents, most commonly used in the Microsoft Word file format.

What are the types of DOC?

Specialty doctors include the following types.Allergists. An allergist or immunologist focuses on preventing and treating allergic diseases and conditions. ... Dermatologists. ... Infectious disease doctors. ... Ophthalmologists. ... Obstetrician/gynecologists. ... Cardiologists. ... Endocrinologists. ... Gastroenterologists.More items...•Dec 16, 2019

How do I use DOC format?

How to use the DOC fileOpen the DOC file of choice into Microsoft Word.Click 'File', then click 'Save as'Click the location you wish to save the file to (desktop, etc)Name the file in the space provided, then from the dropdown menu that reads 'Word Document (. doc)', select PDF.Oct 3, 2019

How do I make my file a DOC?

Create a documentOpen Word. Or, if Word is already open, select File > New.In the Search for online templates box, enter a search word like letter, resume, or invoice. Or, select a category under the search box like Business, Personal, or Education.Click a template to see a preview. ... Select Create.

What are different types of document?

Types of documentsStructured text. Frequently asked questions and answers.Unstructured text. HTML files. Microsoft PowerPoint presentations. Microsoft Word documents. Plain text documents. PDFs.

What is .DOC format in Word?

DOC file extension refers to a word processing document format. This binary file format is proprietary of Microsoft and is native to Microsoft's most popular word processing application, Microsoft Word. It's a plain text document format which can also contain hyperlinks, images, alignments, etc.

Is DOC and Word format same?

Doc is the older version of a Microsoft Word Document. DocX is the newer version, form versions of Microsoft Word 2007 onwards. Now before you jump in thinking that the added X makes the document extreme or better in some way, that X on the end just stands for 'Office Open XML'.