How do you open OLD Word files

[lajet]

I've got some old files I need to access. Most are like ten years old. Using "text only" won't work, as these are television scripts that need to stay formatted. Thoughts, (cheap) suggestions?

[krissel]

Welcome to TS!

 

Do you have Appleworks? In particular Appleworks 4 and 5 came with a lot of DataViz translators. Or you can get the official paid version of MacLinkPlus HERE.

If you have just a few files it may not pay to buy the software. You may be able to find someone who can just open them and convert to a newer form for you.

You didn't say what machine or OS you are using. That is always a help so we can get an idea of the software you might have available natively on your computer.

You can also download a free version of WordPerfect  
HERE Be sure to also download the updater for OS 8/9 if you want to use it. Also converters and tips are available from this page.

Others will probably be by with different suggestions.