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Clear Comments from ODT Document Online or Manage via Java

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

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Remove ODT Annotations Online

  1. Import ODT 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 ODT file and internet speed wait for few seconds
  4. Click the ‘Remove’ button to clear comments
  5. Download the file instantly

Remove ODT Document Comments via Java

  1. Add library reference to Java project
  2. Load Document via Document class object
  3. Get all comments from the all nodes by using getChildNodes and NodeType.COMMENT
  4. Invoke the clear method to delete all comments
  5. Call the save method to save the file.
 

Code example in Java to delete comments from ODT file

 

Remove and Add ODT Comment Reply

  1. Add library reference to Java project
  2. Load Document via Document class object
  3. Get comment using getChild
  4. Use removeReply for removing specified reply to this comment
  5. Use addReply for adding any reply to this comment
  6. Call the save method to save the file

Add Comments via Java

  1. Add library reference to Java project
  2. Create Document class object
  3. Use Comment to create the comment
  4. Use getParagraphs().add and getFirstParagraph().getRuns().add
  5. Call the save method to save the file with added comments
 

Java code to remove and add comment reply from ODT file

 
 

Java Code: Adding Comments

 
 

Develop ODT Document Annotation Application via Java

Need to develop a ODT annotation app or utility to provide feedback, make suggestions, or collaborate with others on the document? With Aspose.Words 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 ODT format.

Java Library to Annotate ODT Files

There are alternative options to install “ Aspose.Words 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

  • Java SE 7 or recent Java versions
  • Separate package for Java SE 6 in case you have this outdated JRE.

For JogAmp JOGL, Harfbuzz font engine and Java Advanced Imaging JAI details please refer to [Product Documentation](https://docs.aspose.com/words/java/system-requirements/#optional-dependencies).
 

📄 Why Annotate ODT Files: Improve Academic Papers, Policy Drafts & Open-Source Docs

Annotating ODT (OpenDocument Text) files is vital for students, researchers, policy writers, and open-source contributors who rely on clear, editable documents. Comments, highlights, and in-text notes help clarify complex ideas, track revisions, and ensure content meets quality and compliance standards.

✅ Key Use Cases

  • Academic Papers: Add annotations to explain key arguments, suggest edits, and check citations for accuracy and consistency.
  • Policy Drafts: Use comments to clarify policy language, flag sections for legal review, and gather stakeholder feedback efficiently.
  • Open-Source Documentation: Annotate docs to update instructions, clarify technical details, and coordinate multilingual contributions from global teams.

⚙️ Automation Benefits

  • Multilingual Editing: Automate annotations to track translation needs, standardize terminology, and ensure consistent edits across languages.
  • Citation Checks: Use automated comments to verify citations, flag missing references, and align with academic publishing standards.
  • Publishing Compliance: Automate markup to ensure documents meet open-source or institutional style guides and formatting rules.

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 ODT 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 ODT document annotation. However, if you're developing a desktop application, we recommend using the Aspose.Total document processing API for efficient management.

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