Export OFT to WORDML via .NET
.NET API to Render OFT to WORDML on Windows, macOS, and Linux without using Word or Outlook
As a .NET developer, you may be looking for ways to add OFT to WORDML conversion features to your applications. Aspose.Total for .NET is the perfect solution for you. Aspose.Total for .NET is a set of file format manipulation APIs that allow you to easily convert OFT files to HTML and then render HTML to WORDML.
Aspose.Email for .NET is the API that allows you to convert OFT files to HTML. It is a powerful and reliable .NET component that enables you to read, write, and manipulate Outlook message files without the need for Microsoft Outlook. It supports a wide range of Outlook message formats, including MSG, EML, EMLX, OFT, and MHT. With Aspose.Email for .NET, you can easily convert OFT files to HTML.
Once you have converted the OFT file to HTML, you can use Aspose.Words for .NET to render HTML to WORDML. Aspose.Words for .NET is a powerful and feature-rich .NET component that enables you to create, read, write, and manipulate Word documents without the need for Microsoft Word. It supports a wide range of document formats, including DOC, DOCX, RTF, HTML, and WORDML. With Aspose.Words for .NET, you can easily render HTML to WORDML.
In conclusion, Aspose.Total for .NET is the perfect solution for .NET developers who are looking to add OFT to WORDML conversion features to their applications. With Aspose.Email for .NET, you can easily convert OFT files to HTML, and with Aspose.Words for .NET, you can render HTML to WORDML.
C# API to Convert OFT to WORDML
- Open OFT file using MailMessage class
- Convert OFT to HTML by using Save method
- Load HTML by using Document class
- Save the document to WORDML format using Save method and set WordML as SaveFormat
Get Started with .NET File Format APIs
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MailMessage message = MailMessage.Load("sourceFile.oft");
// save OFT as a HTML
message.Save("HtmlOutput.html", SaveOptions.DefaultHtml);
// load HTML with an instance of Document
Document document = new Document("HtmlOutput.html");
// call save method while passing SaveFormat.WordML
document.Save("output.wordml", SaveFormat.WordML);
Parse OFT File via .NET
Before converting OFT to WORDML, if you want to make sure that you are converting the correct email, you can load OFT document, parse it and have a look at your desired property. By using MapiMessage class of Aspose.Email for .NET API, you can get sender and recipients information. For example, you can check for a specific sender email for the conversion by using SenderName property.
var outlookMessageFile = MapiMessage.FromFile("message.oft");
// check for SenderName
if(outlookMessageFile.SenderName == "John"){
//proceed with conversion process
}
Restrict WORDML Document Editing via .NET
While saving the document from OFT to WORDML, you might need to protect your output document. Sometimes you may need to limit the ability to edit a document and only allow certain actions with it. This can be useful to prevent other people from editing sensitive and confidential information in your document. Aspose.Words for .NET API, enables you to control the way you restrict the content using the ProtectionType enumeration parameter. You can set your document to read-only by using the following lines of code.
Document document = new Document("HtmlOutput.html");
// apply document protection and set protection password
doc.Protect(ProtectionType.ReadOnly, "password");
// call save method while passing SaveFormat.WordML
document.Save("output.wordml", SaveFormat.WordML);
Explore OFT Conversion Options with .NET
What is OFT File Format?
The OFT file format is associated with Microsoft Outlook and is used for creating email message templates. OFT stands for Outlook Form Template. It is a file format that allows users to design and save pre-formatted email templates with specific layouts, formatting, and content.
OFT files are typically used when users want to create consistent and standardized email messages for repetitive tasks or common communications. They can include placeholders for variables such as recipient names or subject lines, making it easier to personalize the template for individual recipients.
When an OFT file is opened in Microsoft Outlook, it creates a new email message based on the template design. Users can then customize the content, add or remove recipients, and make any necessary modifications before sending the email.
OFT files are particularly useful for businesses or individuals who frequently send similar types of emails, such as newsletters, announcements, or responses to common inquiries. By using OFT templates, users can save time and ensure consistency in their email communications.
It’s important to note that OFT files can only be opened and used with Microsoft Outlook. Other email clients or applications may not support this file format. Additionally, when sharing OFT templates with others, it is essential to ensure that they are using Microsoft Outlook to utilize the template properly.
What is WORDML File Format?
Microsoft Word 2003 introduced a proprietary document format known as WordprocessingML. This format, based on XML, utilizes a custom XML schema to store various elements of a Word document, encompassing text, formatting, images, and other content. WordprocessingML aims to provide a comprehensive representation of all document information while maintaining both human-readable and machine-readable qualities.
Being human-readable means that WordprocessingML documents can be easily accessed and edited using a standard text editor. This accessibility allows users to directly manipulate the underlying XML structure if needed. Additionally, WordprocessingML is designed to facilitate automated processing and conversion by computer systems, enabling seamless transformation into other formats or integration with different software applications.
WordprocessingML is an open standard, meaning that its specifications are publicly available for reference and implementation by developers. This openness has fostered the development of numerous software programs, including open-source solutions like OpenOffice.org and LibreOffice, which can read and write WordprocessingML documents. The availability of such tools expands the accessibility and interoperability of WordprocessingML files beyond the Microsoft Word ecosystem.
Microsoft Word, being one of the most widely used word processing programs worldwide, has contributed to the popularity of WordprocessingML as an XML-based word processing format. Its broad acceptance has established WordprocessingML as a prevalent standard for sharing and exchanging richly formatted documents.