C++ API to Convert DOCX to PPT or Online App
Export DOCX to PPT within your C++ applications without using Microsoft Word® or PowerPoint
Aspose.Total for C++ consists of powerful file automation APIs that allows to automate DOCX to PPT conversion while using two of it’s APIs. Load your DOCX using Aspose.Words for C++ and convert it to HTML, then load the HTML via PowerPoint manipulation C++ API Aspose.Slides for C++ to create a new presentation, and save it as PPT.
DOCX to PPT Conversion on C++
- Open DOCX file using Document class reference
- Convert DOCX to HTML by using Save member function
- Initialize a new Presentation object
- Add an AutoShape in your slide, and add AddTextFrame in it
- Load the HTML content and write it in your Presentation file
- Save the document to PPT format using Save method and set Ppt as SaveFormat
Get Started with C++ File Format APIs
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// load DOCX file with an instance of Document
Document document = new Document("template.docx");
System::SharedPtr<Document> doc = System::MakeObject<Document>(u"sourceFile.docx");
// save the document in HTML file format
doc->Save(u"HtmlOutput.HTML");
// load the desired the presentation
SharedPtr<Presentation> pres = MakeObject<Presentation>();
// access first slide
SharedPtr<ISlide> sld = pres->get_Slides()->idx_get(0);
// add an AutoShape of Rectangle type
SharedPtr<IAutoShape> ashp = sld->get_Shapes()->AddAutoShape(ShapeType::Rectangle, 10, 10, 700, 500);
// reset default fill color
ashp->get_FillFormat()->set_FillType(FillType::NoFill);
// add TextFrame to the Rectangle
ashp->AddTextFrame(u" ");
// access the text frame
SharedPtr<ITextFrame> txtFrame = ashp->get_TextFrame();
// get Paragraphs collection
SharedPtr<Aspose::Slides::IParagraphCollection>ParaCollection = txtFrame->get_Paragraphs();
// clear all paragraphs in added text frame
ParaCollection->Clear();
// load the HTML file using stream reader
SharedPtr<System::IO::StreamReader> tr = MakeObject<System::IO::StreamReader>(HtmlOutput.HTML);
// add text from HTML stream reader in text frame
ParaCollection->AddFromHtml(tr->ReadToEnd());
// save presentation as Ppt
pres->Save(output.ppt, Aspose::Slides::Export::SaveFormat::Ppt);
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Load Password Protected DOCX Document via C++
Apart from document conversion, Aspose.Words for C++ API allows tons of document manipulation features for C++ developers. In case your Microsoft Word DOCX file format is password protected, you can still open it using the API. In order to load the encrypted document, you can use a special constructor overload, which accepts a LoadOptions object. This object contains the Password property, which specifies the password string.
// when loading password protected document, the password is passed to the document's constructor using a LoadOptions object.
auto options = MakeObject<LoadOptions>(u"docPassword");
// load the document from the local file system by filename:
SharedPtr<Document> doc = MakeObject<Document>(u"Encrypted.docx", options);
Add Comments in PPT Document via C++
While saving DOCX as PPT, you can also use Aspose.Slides for C++ to add further features in your PPT document. For instance, you can add comments in your presentation. The presentation slide comment are associated with a particular author. The Presentation class holds the collection of authors in ICommentAuthorCollection that are responsible for adding slide comments. For each author, there is a collection of comments in ICommentCollection.
// instantiate Presentation class
SharedPtr<Presentation>pres = MakeObject<Presentation>();
// access first slide
SharedPtr<ILayoutSlide>layout = pres->get_LayoutSlides()->idx_get(0);
// add empty slide
pres->get_Slides()->AddEmptySlide(layout);
// adding Author
SharedPtr<ICommentAuthor> author = pres->get_CommentAuthors()->AddAuthor(u"John Doe", u"MF");
// set position of comments
System::Drawing::PointF point = System::Drawing::PointF(0.2f, 0.2f);
// add slide comment for an author on slide 1
author->get_Comments()->AddComment(u"Hello John, this is a slide comment", pres->get_Slides()->idx_get(1), point, DateTime::get_Now());
// access ISlide 1
SharedPtr<ISlide> slide = pres->get_Slides()->idx_get(0);
// save presentation as Ppt
pres->Save(output.ppt, Aspose::Slides::Export::SaveFormat::Ppt);
FAQ
- How can I convert DOCX to PPT Online?You can find the online app for DOCX conversion above. To start the conversion process, you can add the DOCX file either by dragging and dropping it or by clicking inside the white area to import the document. Once you have added the file, you can simply click the "Convert" button. After the DOCX to PPT conversion is completed, you can download your converted file with just one click.
- How long does it take to convert DOCX?The speed of this online converter depends largely on the size of the DOCX file being converted. Small DOCX files can be converted to PPT in just a few seconds. If you are using the conversion code within a C++ application, the conversion speed will depend on how well you have optimized your application.
- Is it safe to convert DOCX to PPT using free Aspose.Total converter?Of course! After your DOCX file is converted to PPT using our online converter, the download link for the PPT file will be immediately available. We take the security and privacy of your uploaded files seriously and delete them 24 hours after the conversion process is complete. Rest assured, no one will have access to your files. Our conversion process, including DOCX conversion, is completely safe. We provide a free app for testing purposes so that you can verify the results before integrating the code.
- What browser should I use to convert DOCX?For online DOCX conversion, you can use any modern browser, such as Google Chrome, Firefox, Opera, or Safari. However, if you're developing a desktop application, Aspose.Total DOCX Conversion API is recommended for smooth performance.
Explore DOCX Conversion Options with C++
What is DOCX File Format?
DOCX is a file format developed by Microsoft specifically for their word processing software, Microsoft Word. Its purpose is to provide a versatile and reliable format for creating and sharing documents across various platforms and devices. Widely adopted in business, academia, and personal communication, DOCX files offer numerous advantages.
One key advantage of the DOCX format is its seamless integration with other Microsoft Office applications like Excel and PowerPoint. This integration enables users to effortlessly incorporate tables, charts, and multimedia content into their documents, enhancing their visual appeal and overall effectiveness. Furthermore, DOCX files can be conveniently converted to other widely used formats such as PDF, HTML, and RTF, ensuring compatibility and portability across different systems.
The flexibility of the DOCX format extends to its support for advanced formatting options. Users can employ styles, themes, and templates to create professional-looking documents with consistent branding and formatting. This eliminates the need for intricate technical skills, empowering users to produce polished and visually appealing content effortlessly.
Another significant advantage of DOCX is its extensive compatibility with a wide range of software and devices, including popular operating systems such as Windows, macOS, and Linux. This compatibility ensures that documents can be seamlessly accessed, edited, and shared across diverse environments, fostering efficient collaboration and communication.
What is PPT File Format?
The PowerPoint file format, commonly known as PPT (PowerPoint Presentation), is a proprietary file format developed by Microsoft for creating and delivering presentations. PPT files are the standard file format used by Microsoft PowerPoint, the popular presentation software included in the Microsoft Office suite.
PPT files contain a combination of text, images, graphics, animations, and multimedia elements that are arranged in slides. Each slide represents a separate screen or page within the presentation and can include various content such as titles, bullet points, charts, tables, and media files like images, audio, and video.
The format of a PPT file is binary, meaning it stores data in a binary format that is optimized for efficient storage and processing by the PowerPoint application. PPT files also support a range of features and formatting options, including slide transitions, animations, speaker notes, and embedded objects.
In addition to being editable within Microsoft PowerPoint, PPT files can also be viewed and presented using the PowerPoint software or compatible applications on different platforms, including Windows, macOS, and mobile devices. They can be shared via email, transferred through portable storage devices, or uploaded to cloud storage platforms for easy collaboration and distribution.
While Microsoft PowerPoint is the primary software used to create and modify PPT files, there are alternative presentation software applications that can open and work with PPT files, such as LibreOffice Impress and Google Slides. However, it’s important to note that there may be some compatibility limitations or variations in feature support when using non-Microsoft software.