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HWPX Text Extractor

A tool for extracting text and images from HWPX files and converting them to various formats.

💡 What is an HWPX file?

An XML-based file format used in Hangul 2014 and later versions.

한글 파일을 HWPX로 저장하려면: 파일 → 다른 이름으로 저장 → HWPX 형식

Key Features​

  • Complete HWPX file text extraction
  • Image extraction and download
  • Multiple format conversions (TXT, Markdown, HTML)
  • Document metadata display
  • Clipboard copy function
  • 100% client-side processing

What is HWPX?​

HWPX is an XML-based Korean document file format supported by Hangul 2014 and later versions.

HWP vs HWPX​

FormatVersionStructureExtractable
HWPHangul 97-2010Binary⚠️ Limited
HWPXHangul 2014+ZIP + XML✅ Yes

How to Use​

1. Convert HWP to HWPX​

In Hangul program:

File → Save As → Format: Select HWPX

2. Upload File​

  • Click 📎 Select File button
  • Choose HWPX file

3. View Results​

  • 📊 Document info (author, page count, character count)
  • 📝 Extracted text
  • 🖼️ Images in document

4. Download in Desired Format​

  • TXT: Plain text
  • Markdown: Markdown format
  • HTML: Web document format
  • Copy: Copy to clipboard

Use Cases​

1. View Document Content Without Hangul​

Upload HWPX file → Extract text → View content
Useful in environments where Hangul program is not installed

2. Convert to Other Formats​

HWPX → TXT/Markdown/HTML
Convert for use in other editors or platforms

3. Use Text Data​

HWPX → Extract text → Analyze/Search/Translate
When processing document content programmatically

4. Extract Images​

HWPX → Extract image files
Save only images included in document

Supported Features​

✅ Supported​

  • ✅ Complete text extraction
  • ✅ Image extraction (PNG, JPG, GIF)
  • ✅ Document metadata
  • ✅ Multi-section documents
  • ✅ Special characters, Korean, English, numbers

⚠️ Limitations​

  • ⚠️ Formatting info (bold, color, etc.) not included
  • ⚠️ Table/figure layout not supported
  • ⚠️ Formulas and charts converted to text
  • ⚠️ HWP files (old version) not supported

Technical Information​

Processing Flow​

1. Upload HWPX file
   ↓
2. Decompress ZIP
   ↓
3. Parse XML files
   ↓
4. Extract text/images
   ↓
5. Convert to various formats

Technologies Used​

  • JSZip: HWPX (ZIP) decompression
  • fast-xml-parser: XML parsing
  • FileSaver: File download
  • Client-side: All processing done in browser

Privacy​

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

Frequently Asked Questions​

Q: Does it support HWP files?​

A: Currently only HWPX files are supported. Save HWP files as HWPX in Hangul program before use.

Q: Is formatting (bold, color, etc.) preserved?​

A: No, only plain text is extracted. If you need formatting, use the HWP Viewer.

Q: Are files uploaded to server?​

A: No! All processing is done in the browser, files are not sent externally.

Q: The extracted text looks strange​

A: The HWPX file may be corrupted or have a very complex layout. Try testing with a simpler document.

Q: What happens to tables and figures?​

A: Text from tables is extracted but layout is not preserved. Figures can be extracted separately.

Q: Can I convert to PDF?​

A: Current version supports only TXT/MD/HTML. You can download as HTML and print to PDF from browser.

  • HWP Viewer - HWP/HWPX file preview (with formatting)

Browser Support​

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

Usage Tips​

💡 Tip 1: Bulk Document Processing​

When processing multiple documents, batch convert to HWPX in Hangul program first, then upload one by one.

💡 Tip 2: Text Analysis​

Copy extracted text and integrate with other text analysis tools.

💡 Tip 3: For Backup​

Backing up important documents in both HWPX and TXT formats is safer.

💡 Tip 4: Mobile Viewing​

When checking Hangul documents on mobile, converting to HTML is convenient.

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