Convert RTF to PPT using C# or Online App
Build Microsoft Word RTF to PowerPoint PPT conversion apps on .NET Framework, .NET Core, Windows Azure, Mono or Xamarin Platforms.
How to Convert RTF to PPT Using C#
In order to automate the process for any Word rtf files to PowerPoint ppt presentation batch conversion, we’ll use Aspose.Words for .NET and Aspose.Slides for .NET APIs. The former is a word processing API for processing or manipulating Microsoft Word documents. Whereas, the latter is a presentation manipulation API that lets you create or modify Microsoft PowerPoint slides. Both APIs are part of Aspose.Total for .NET package. You can directly download from Nuget or may use the following commands from the Package Manager Console.
Package Manager Console Command
PM> Install-Package Aspose.Total
Steps to Convert RTF to PPT via C#
Aspose.Total makes it easy for the developers to load & convert RTF files to PPT in just a few lines of code.
- Add reference of Aspose.Total for .NET
- Load RTF file using Aspose.Words.Document class
- Save the RTF document into HTML
- Create Aspose.Slides.Presentation Object
- Import HTML content in text frame of any slide shape inside presentation
- Save the document using Aspose.Slides.Presentation.Save(“output.ppt”, SaveFormat.Ppt)
System Requirements
Aspose.Total for .NET is supported on all major operating systems. Just make sure that you have the following prerequisites.
- Microsoft Windows or a compatible OS with .NET Framework, .NET Core, Windows Azure, Mono or Xamarin Platforms.
- Development environment like Microsoft Visual Studio.
- Aspose.Words for .NET & Aspose.Slides for .NET DLLs or Aspose.Total for .NET DLL referenced in your project.
This code sample shows how to convert a RTF to PPT using C#
Aspose.Words.Document rtf = new Aspose.Words.Document("sourceWordFile.rtf");
// Save RTF file to HTML
rtf.Save("filepath\\test.html", SaveFormat.Html);
// To convert multi pages RTF documents, export each page to HTML separately using Aspose.Words and then use the below code to convert to PPT.
using (Presentation ppt = new Presentation()){
// Access the default first slide of presentation
ISlide slide = pres.Slides[0];
// Adding the AutoShape to accomodate the HTML content
// Adjust it as of your need
IAutoShape ashape = slide.Shapes.AddAutoShape(ShapeType.Rectangle, 10, 10, pres.SlideSize.Size.Width - 20, pres.SlideSize.Size.Height - 10);
ashape.FillFormat.FillType = FillType.NoFill;
// Adding text frame to the shape
ashape.AddTextFrame("");
// Clearing all paragraphs in added text frame
ashape.TextFrame.Paragraphs.Clear();
// Loading the HTML file using stream reader
TextReader tr = new StreamReader("filepath\\test.html");
// Adding text from HTML stream reader in text frame
ashape.TextFrame.Paragraphs.AddFromHtml(tr.ReadToEnd());
// Save the PPT Presentation
ppt.Save("filepath\\pres.ppt", Aspose.Slides.Export.SaveFormat.Ppt);
}
Online Converter for RTF to PPT
FAQ
- How can I convert RTF to PPT Online?Online App for RTF conversion is integrated above. To use this app, you can add your RTF file by dragging and dropping it into the designated white area or by clicking inside the area to import the document. Next, press the Convert button to start the conversion process. After the RTF to PPT conversion is complete, you can download your newly converted file with just one click, and it will be available to you in the form of a PPT file.
- How long does it take to convert RTF?This online converter operates quickly but is primarily dependent on the size of the RTF file being converted. For small RTF files, the conversion to PPT can be completed in a matter of seconds. However, if you have integrated the conversion code within a .NET application, the conversion speed will depend on how well your application has been optimized for the conversion process.
- Is it safe to convert RTF to PPT using free Aspose.Total converter?Of course! Once the RTF to PPT conversion is complete, the download link for the newly converted PPT file will be instantly available. It also assures the safety of the conversion process, as all uploaded files, including RTF files, are completely secure and will be deleted from the system after 24 hours. Furthermore, the download links will stop working after this period, ensuring the privacy and protection of your files. The integrated app is free to use and designed for testing purposes so that users can evaluate the results before integrating the code into their projects.
- What browser should I use to convert RTF?You can use any modern web browser, such as Google Chrome, Firefox, Opera, or Safari, for the online RTF to PPT conversion. However, if you are developing a desktop application, the Aspose.Total RTF Conversion API is recommended for smooth and efficient processing.
Explore RTF Conversion Options with .NET
What is RTF File Format?
The RTF (Rich Text Format) file format is a versatile and widely supported file format for storing text documents with formatting. It was developed by Microsoft in the late 1980s as a cross-platform format that could be easily exchanged between different word processing applications.
RTF files are typically saved with the .rtf file extension and can be opened and edited by various text editors and word processing software, including Microsoft Word, Google Docs, and LibreOffice. The format allows for the inclusion of various formatting elements, such as font styles, sizes, colors, paragraphs, tables, and images.
One of the key advantages of RTF is its platform independence, which means that an RTF file created on one operating system can be opened and rendered correctly on another without losing formatting. This makes it a preferred choice for document exchange and collaboration.
RTF files use a plain-text formatting syntax, which means that the files are human-readable and can be modified with a text editor if needed. However, RTF files can be quite large in size compared to other formats like plain text or Markdown, as they store formatting information explicitly.
While RTF is primarily used for text documents, it can also support the embedding of other types of files, such as images and objects, within the document. This allows for the creation of more complex and visually appealing documents.
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.