odg

odg refers to OpenDocument Graphics, the vector graphics component of the OpenDocument Format (ODF). The .odg file extension is used for drawings created with applications that implement the OpenDocument standards, most notably LibreOffice Draw and Apache OpenOffice Draw. An ODG file is typically a zipped package containing XML files that describe the drawing, including shapes, lines, curves, text, images, and metadata. The main content is stored in content.xml, with related styling and settings in styles.xml and settings.xml, and a manifest that lists the package contents.

OpenDocument Graphics files are designed for exchanging scalable vector drawings in an open, vendor-neutral format. They support common vector features such as shapes, paths, text, layers, grouping, and styling information like fills, strokes, and gradients. As part of the OpenDocument Suite, odg files can be edited and saved by compatible office suites, enabling interoperation with other ODF components such as text documents and spreadsheets.

Software support and interoperability vary by platform. Odg is widely supported in open-source office environments, and many programs can import or export to ODG for archival or collaboration purposes. For broader compatibility, users often convert ODG drawings to other formats such as SVG or PDF when sharing with non-ODF tools. The odg format embodies the open standard goals of the OpenDocument Format, emphasizing accessibility, transparency, and long-term preservation of vector graphics data.