Convert WK4 to ODS

The WK4 file extension, short for Lotus 4 Worksheet, was developed by IBM for its Lotus 1-2-3 spreadsheet software. These files store data in cells organized into rows and columns, similar to modern spreadsheets. Primarily used for data entry and accounting, WK4 files have become less common with the discontinuation of Lotus 1-2-3. While older versions of Microsoft Excel could import WK4 files, this support was dropped in Excel 2007 and later. Today, specialized converters or older spreadsheet programs like Gnumeric can still open WK4 files.

An OpenDocument Spreadsheet (ODS) file is utilized for storing spreadsheet data and is compatible with various office software suites such as Apache OpenOffice Calc. Originating from the OASIS Open Document Format for Office Applications (ODF) standard, the ODS extension ensures interoperability across different software platforms by using XML-based open format. First ratified in 2005, ODF was developed to provide an open, vendor-neutral format for office applications, promoting accessibility and long-term archival. In a professional IT context, ODS files are valued for their flexibility, standardization, and ability to be integrated seamlessly into diverse computational environments.