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Clear Comments from ODS Document Online or Manage via Java

Develop powerful Java based ODS document annotation utility application. Code listed for managing comments of ODS file through Java.

ODS Annotate in Android Apps

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Remove ODS Annotations Online

  1. Import ODS file to delete comments by uploading it
  2. Do it by clicking inside the drop area via drag and drop of annotation app
  3. Depending on the size of ODS file and internet speed wait for few seconds
  4. Click the ‘Remove’ button to clear comments
  5. Download the file instantly

Remove ODS Document Comments via Java

  1. Add library reference to Java project
  2. Load Document via Workbook class object
  3. Select the specific Worksheet
  4. Get all comments from the using getComments()
  5. Get all Threaded comments via getThreadedComments
  6. Use removeAt to remove comments and authors respectively
  7. Call the save method to save the file
 

Code example in Java to delete comments from ODS file

 

Update Threaded ODS Comments

  1. Add library reference to Java project
  2. Load Document via Workbook class object
  3. Get the sepecific Worksheet
  4. Get the threaded comment using getComments().getThreadedComments(Index).get(Index)
  5. Use setNotes method to update the comment
  6. Call the save method to save the file

Add Comments via Java

  1. Add library reference to Java project
  2. Create Document via Workbook class object
  3. Get the sepecific Worksheet
  4. Add comment index via getComments().add
  5. Use the setNotes method to add comment
  6. Call the save method to save the file with added comments
 

Java code to update threaded comment of ODS file

 
 

Java Code: Adding Comments

 
 

Develop ODS Document Annotation Application via Java

Need to develop a ODS annotation app or utility to provide feedback, make suggestions, or collaborate with others on the document? With Aspose.Cells for Java a child API of Aspose.Total for Java , any Java developer can integrate the above API code within its document annotation application. Powerful Java library allows programming any document annotation solution. Moreover it can support many popular formats including ODS format.

Java Library to Annotate ODS Files

There are alternative options to install “ Aspose.Cells for Java ” or “ Aspose.Total for Java ” onto your system. Our Java package is designed to be cross-platform, compatible with JVM implementations on various operating systems such as Microsoft Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, and iOS. Please choose one that resembles your needs and follow the step-by-step instructions:

System Requirements

  • J2SE 6.0 (1.6)
  • J2SE 7.0 (1.7) or above

For details please refer to [Product Documentation](https://docs.aspose.com/cells/java/system-requirements/#optional-dependencies).
 

📊 Why Annotate ODS Files: Improve Budgeting, Research Data & Community Surveys

Annotating ODS (OpenDocument Spreadsheet) files is crucial for teams and communities using open-source spreadsheets for shared budgeting, research projects, and survey data collection. Comments, highlights, and cell notes help explain calculations, verify data, and keep everyone aligned during collaborative work.

✅ Key Use Cases

  • Collaborative Budgeting Spreadsheets: Use annotations to clarify expense categories, justify figures, and guide team members through budget updates.
  • Open-Source Research Data Sheets: Add comments to explain data sources, mark variables for review, and track changes in collaborative research.
  • Community Survey Results: Annotate survey sheets to flag inconsistencies, summarize key findings, and provide multilingual notes for diverse stakeholders.

⚙️ Automation Benefits

  • Data Validation: Automate annotations to verify inputs, flag anomalies, and maintain data accuracy in large spreadsheets.
  • Version Control: Use automated tools to track edits, manage revisions, and ensure all collaborators work with the latest ODS version.
  • Multilingual Proofreading: Automate comments for multilingual review, ensuring clear and consistent data explanations across languages.

FAQs

  • Can I use above Java code in my application?
    Yes, you are welcome to download this code and utilize it for the purpose of developing Java-based document annotation application. This code can serve as a valuable resource to enhance the functionality and capabilities of your projects in the domain of backend document processing and manipulation.
  • Is this online document annotation app work only on Windows?
    You have the flexibility to initiate document annotation for comments removal at any device, irrespective of the operating system it runs on, whether it be Windows, Linux, Mac OS, or Android. All that's required is a contemporary web browser and an active internet connection.
  • Is it safe to use the online app to annotate ODS document?
    Of course! The output files generated through our service will be securely and automatically removed from our servers within a 24-hour timeframe. As a result, the display links associated with these files will cease to be functional after this period.
  • What browser should to use App?
    You can use any modern web browser like Google Chrome, Firefox, Opera, or Safari for online ODS document annotation. However, if you're developing a desktop application, we recommend using the Aspose.Total document processing API for efficient management.

Explore Annotate File Options with Java

Annotate CSV Files (Comma Seperated Values)
Annotate DOC Files (Microsoft Word Binary Format)
Annotate DOCM Files (Microsoft Word 2007 Marco File)
Annotate DOCX Files (Office 2007+ Word Document)
Annotate DOT Files (Microsoft Word Template Files)
Annotate DOTM Files (Microsoft Word 2007+ Template File)
Annotate DOTX Files (Microsoft Word Template File)
Annotate EXCEL Files (Spreadsheet File Formats)
Annotate ODP Files (OpenDocument Presentation Format)
Annotate ODS Files (OpenDocument Spreadsheet)
Annotate ODT Files (OpenDocument Text File Format)
Annotate PDF Files (Portable Document Format)
Annotate POTM Files (Microsoft PowerPoint Template File)
Annotate POTX Files (Microsoft PowerPoint Template Presentation)
Annotate Powerpoint Files
Annotate PPS Files (PowerPoint Slide Show)
Annotate PPSM Files (Macro-enabled Slide Show)
Annotate PPSX Files (PowerPoint Slide Show)
Annotate PPT Files (PowerPoint Presentation)
Annotate PPTM Files (Macro-enabled Presentation File)
Annotate PPTX Files (Open XML presentation Format)
Annotate RTF Files (Rich Text Format)
Annotate TSV Files (Tab-separated Values)
Annotate TXT Files (Text Document)
Annotate WORD Files (WordProcessing File Formats)
Annotate XLS Files (Microsoft Excel Binary Format)
Annotate XLSB Files (Excel Binary Workbook)
Annotate XLSM Files (Macro-enabled Spreadsheet)
Annotate XLSX Files (Open XML Workbook)
Annotate XLT Files (Excel 97 - 2003 Template)
Annotate XLTM Files (Excel Macro-Enabled Template)
Annotate XLTX Files (Excel Template)