OFT File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
Format Name Outlook File Template
File Extension .oft
Description Email template format used by Microsoft Outlook for saving preformatted email content
MIME Type application/vnd.ms-outlook
Developer Microsoft Corporation
Text Encoding ASCII or Unicode
Binary Format Yes
Can Contain HTML Yes
Can Contain Plain Text Yes
Can Contain Images Yes
Compatibility Primarily compatible with Microsoft Outlook; viewable in other email clients with limitations
Editable in Microsoft Outlook
Primary Use Creating and distributing formatted email templates
Special Features Predefined fields, macros support for dynamic content
Compression No inherent compression
Security Can be password protected when sent
Accessibility Content can be made accessible with structured headings, alternative text for images, etc.
Scripting Supports limited scripting for interactivity within the template
File Creation Through Microsoft Outlook's built-in editor
Distribution Can be shared via email, distributed on websites, or through file-sharing platforms