Share SXI Presentations Online for Free
Share SXI files online with ShareOtter. Instant links, password protection, and expiry control. No account, no hassle.
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What is a sxi file?
SXI is a StarOffice Impress presentation format, sitting in the middle of that suite’s format evolution. StarImpress used SDD through version 5, switched to SXI from version 6 onward, and then the whole ecosystem eventually moved to ODP when OpenOffice succeeded StarOffice. SXI is the middle chapter between those two transitions.
The format does everything a presentation format needs to do. Title slides, content slides, text, images, audio, video, transition effects, layout templates. The structure follows an associated template file that defines the visual foundation, with individual slides building on top of it. Functionally similar to what PowerPoint was doing with PPT at the same time, just from a different office suite ecosystem.
SXI used encoding specifications proprietary to Oracle, which developed the format during its stewardship of StarOffice. That proprietary foundation is part of why the format didn’t survive the transition to open-source. When StarOffice became OpenOffice, the open XML-based ODP format made more sense for a suite built around open standards and cross-application compatibility.
Like SDD and STI before it, SXI is a format tied to a specific window in computing history. StarOffice version 6 through the early OpenOffice transition period. Anyone still holding SXI files is almost certainly working with archived material from the early-to-mid 2000s. Modern LibreOffice can still open them, but it’s not a format anyone is actively producing.
ShareOtter renders SXI files in the browser so you can view the presentation contents without hunting down legacy StarOffice software or relying on compatibility that varies across modern applications.
Applications that open .sxi files
If you prefer to view these files offline on your computer or mobile device, the following software tools are recommended:
How to Share sxi Presentations Online
Three steps. No account, no software, no waiting around.
Select or Drop your File
Drag your SXI into the upload box above, or click to browse. Either way works.
Let it upload
Watch the progress bar. Most SXI files are done in a few seconds. Bigger files can take a little longer.
Copy your link
Done. Grab the link and send it anywhere. Slack, email, text, WhatsApp wherever your file needs to go.
Everything You Need to Share Files, Nothing You Don't
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Instant Shareable Link
Upload once, get a link instantly. No waiting on emails to send, no attachment size limits bouncing your file back — just a clean URL you can paste anywhere, ready the second your upload finishes.
Password Protection
Lock any file behind a password before sharing. Only people with both the link and the password can open it, so sensitive files stay sensitive even if the link ends up somewhere you didn't intend.
Link Expiry Control
Set a link to expire after a day, a week, or whatever window makes sense. Once it's gone, it's gone — no stale links floating around in old emails months later.
Comments for Feedback
Let people comment directly on the file instead of replying in a separate email thread. Feedback stays attached to exactly what it's about, so nothing gets lost translating between a file and a conversation.
Email-Gated Access
Restrict a file to specific people by email. They'll get a magic link to sign in and view it — no password to share, no guessing who actually opened your file.
No Signup Required
Share a file in seconds without creating an account. Drop it, get your link, send it — sign up later only if you want to manage files long-term.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I edit slides inside the SXI web viewer?
No, the SXI viewer is read-only. It is designed to display your slides exactly as they are without allowing any editing, protecting your design from accidental changes.
How do I share a sxi presentation using ShareOtter?
You can simply drag and drop your sxi file onto the Dropzone on top of this page. You can also click the Dropzone to open the file picker.
How long will my sxi presentation be available online?
Your sxi presentation will be available for 24 hours after the upload. If you want to save it longer, you will need to sign up for an account.
Can I password protect my sxi presentation files?
Yes, you can password protect your sxi presentation files. People you share the file with will need to enter the password to view or download it.
Does ShareOtter support other presentation formats besides sxi?
Yes, ShareOtter supports a wide range of presentation formats, including .odp, .otp, .pot, .pps, .ppsx, .ppt, .pptx, .sdd, .sti, .sx, .uop, .sxi formats. Each format gets its own optimized viewing experience.
Can I use ShareOtter for business or personal use?
ShareOtter is perfect for both business and personal use. Whether you're sharing marketing videos, client presentations, educational content, or personal projects, ShareOtter provides a professional way to share your files.
Do I need any technical skills to use ShareOtter?
No technical skills are required. ShareOtter is designed for ease of use. Just drag and drop your file, customize your page settings, and share the link—no coding or server management needed.