Freely View Word File Online or via Java
Develop powerful Java based Word document viewer utility application. Code listed to view Word document through Java.
View Word Document via Online App
- Import Word file to view by uploading it.
- Do it by clicking inside the drop area via drag and drop of viewer app.
- Depending on the size of Word file and internet speed wait for few seconds.
- It will be automatically rendered and opened in the browser for view.
- Navigate between pages in case of multi pages Word document.
- Set page view zoom-in or zoom-out.
View Word File via Java
- Add Java library reference into project
- Load source Word file using Document class object
- Save the document as HTML file
- Use ProcessBuilder for relevant paltform Windows, Linux or Mac
- Pass html file along with cmd.exe or xdg-open as parameters to view it
Java code to view Word Files
Develop Word File Viewer Application via Java
Need to develop a Word viewer app or utility? 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 viewer application. Powerful Java library allows programming any document display solution that can support many popular formats including Word format.
Java utility to process Word file for display app
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:
- Install Aspose.Words for Java
- Or from Maven
- 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- Separate package for Java SE 6 in case you have this outdated JRE.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).
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 viewer 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 such as reading nodes and loading the document for display app.
- Is this online document viewer App work only on Windows?You have the flexibility to initiate viewing documents 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 for viewing Word 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 Word document viewer. However, if you're developing a desktop application, we recommend using the Aspose.Total document processing API for efficient management.
Explore File Viewer Options with Java
What is WORD File Format?
Microsoft Word is a widely used word processing software that provides various file formats for saving and sharing documents. Understanding the different file formats in Word is important for compatibility, accessibility, and preserving formatting.
The default file format in Word is DOC (Word Document). DOC files are compatible with older versions of Word but may have limitations in compatibility with other software applications. However, with the introduction of newer versions, the DOCX (Word Open XML Document) format has gained popularity. DOCX offers advantages such as smaller file sizes, improved data recovery, and enhanced compatibility with other programs.
In addition to DOC and DOCX, Word supports other file formats like PDF (Portable Document Format). PDF files are widely used for sharing and publishing documents because they retain the formatting, layout, and fonts of the original document, ensuring consistent viewing across different devices and platforms.
Word also allows saving documents in formats like RTF (Rich Text Format) and TXT (Plain Text). RTF files maintain basic formatting and are compatible with various word processing applications. TXT files store plain text without any formatting and are commonly used for transferring text between different software programs.
For compatibility with open-source software and online platforms, Word supports formats like ODT (OpenDocument Text) and HTML (Hypertext Markup Language). ODT files can be used with software like LibreOffice and Google Docs, while HTML files allow documents to be displayed in web browsers.