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HWP Viewer

A tool to preview HWPX file content directly in your web browser.

💡 What is HWP Viewer?

A tool that allows you to preview HWPX file contents directly in a web browser.

You can view document contents even without the Hangul program.

⚠️ Limitations: Complex formatting, images, formulas, etc. are displayed with limitations.

Key Features​

  • HWPX file web preview
  • Page-by-page navigation
  • Display document metadata
  • Table display
  • 100% client-side processing

How to Use​

1. Prepare HWPX File​

In Hangul software:

File → Save As → Format: Select HWPX

2. Upload File​

  • Click file selection button
  • Select HWPX file

3. View Document​

  • Check document information
  • Navigate pages with Previous/Next buttons
  • Read document content

Use Cases​

1. View Documents Without Hangul​

Upload HWPX → View directly in web
Useful in environments without Hangul software

2. Quick Document Review​

HWPX received by email → Quickly check content
View instantly without installation

3. View on Mobile​

Open HWPX files in mobile browser
Check documents anytime, anywhere

Supported Features​

Supported​

  • Text display
  • Table display
  • Page-by-page navigation
  • Document metadata
  • Multilingual text

Limitations​

  • Images not displayed
  • Formatting (bold, colors, etc.) limited
  • Complex layouts simplified
  • Formulas and charts converted to text
  • HWP files (old version) not supported

Technical Information​

Processing Method​

1. Upload HWPX file
   ↓
2. Decompress ZIP
   ↓
3. Parse XML files
   ↓
4. Render by page
   ↓
5. Display in web browser

Technologies Used​

  • JSZip: HWPX (ZIP) decompression
  • fast-xml-parser: XML parsing
  • React: UI rendering
  • CSS: Document styling

Privacy​

  • 100% client-side processing
  • Files not sent to server
  • Personal information safe
  • Works offline

Frequently Asked Questions​

Q: Can I view HWP files too?​

A: Currently only HWPX files are supported. Save HWP files as HWPX in Hangul software before using.

Q: Does it look exactly like the original?​

A: No, only basic text and tables are displayed. Complex formatting and images are shown with limitations.

Q: Are files uploaded to the server?​

A: No! All processing happens in the browser, and files are not transmitted externally.

Q: Can I print?​

A: You can print the current page using the browser's print function (Ctrl+P or Cmd+P).

Q: Does it work on mobile?​

A: Yes! It works in mobile browsers.

Q: Can I copy text?​

A: Yes, you can select and copy displayed text with your mouse. If you need to extract all text, use the HWPX Text Extractor.

Browser Support​

  • Chrome 90+
  • Firefox 90+
  • Safari 14+
  • Edge 90+
  • Mobile browsers

Usage Tips​

Tip 1: Quick Review​

Use for quickly checking important parts. Page navigation makes it easy to find what you need.

Tip 2: Copy Text​

You can drag to copy needed text. Use the text extractor if you need all text.

Tip 3: Mobile Usage​

When you urgently need to check documents outside, you can quickly open them on mobile.

Tip 4: Document Sharing​

When sharing documents with people who don't have Hangul, save as HWPX and send with this viewer link.

HWP vs HWPX​

FormatVersionStructureViewer Support
HWPHangul 97-2010BinaryNot Supported
HWPXHangul 2014+ZIP + XMLSupported

Detailed Limitations​

This viewer is intended for simple document preview:

  • Text: Well displayed
  • Tables: Basic display supported
  • Images: Not displayed
  • Formatting: Limited (most bold, colors, etc. ignored)
  • Layout: Simplified
  • Formulas: Converted to text
  • Charts: Not displayed

If you need perfect rendering, use Hangul software.

Privacy​

  • All processing is done in your browser
  • No files are uploaded to our servers
  • Your documents remain completely private
  • Works offline after initial load

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