Can the new iWork for Mac open iWork '08 files?

Can the new iWork for Mac open iWork '08 files?

Do I need to upgrade my files to iWok 09 format before upgrading to the newest version of iWork?

Or can I buy the latest version of iWork and use it to open my iWork 08 files?

MacBook Pro, OS X Mountain Lion (10.8.5)

Posted on Dec 10, 2013 8:35 AM

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Dec 10, 2013 8:10 PM in response to ctrlflame

The new versions cannot open any iWork '08 or earlier documents or templates. You will get an error saying to open the files in iWork '09 then open them in the new version. I suggest that you buy a retail copy of iWork '09 from a third party such as Amazon or eBay & then update to the new iWork apps in the Mac App Store. You might check this link for the iWork '09 trial.


Personally, I'm sticking with iWork '09 & only opening the new versions to test answers for others. Many others are doing the same.


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