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Sign DOC File in Java & View in HTML

Sign & secure DOC files in Java applications using popular electronic signature types such as text, image, metadata, QR-Code, stamp and form field. Programmatically generate, update, delete, verify and search digital signatures in DOC documents, images and various other file formats without Adobe Reader installed.

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How to Add Image Signatures to DOC

Using Conholdate.Total for Java - insert custom image as an electronic signature to a DOC document in Java. Add company logo, stamp icon or name using different colors and text effects.

  • Create a new instance of Signature class and pass input document to it
  • Instantiate the ImageSignOptions object and specify image signature options
  • Call Sign method of Signature class instance and pass ImageSignOptions to it
  • Set options to view document as HTML
  • Instantiate Viewer with output file

APIs Download & Installation Instructions

You require GroupDocs.Signature & GroupDocs.Viewer namespaces to digitally sign documents in Java and view as HTML, image or in a PDF format. Explore other Java APIs for Office documents as offered by Conholdate.Total.

Get the respective assembly files from the downloads or fetch the whole package from Maven to add ‘Conholdate.Total` directly in your workspace.


Add Text Signatures to DOC in Java

Add customized text signature to a DOC document in Java using advanced text settings such as font color, size, name, text alignment and border adjustment.

  • Create a new instance of Signature class and pass input document
  • Instantiate the TextSignOptions object and specify text signature options
  • Call sign method of Signature class instance and pass TextSignOptions to it

Image Representation of Document Pages

Apply digital signatures to a wide range of document formats and generate the image representation of the already signed document pages in PNG, JPG or BMP formats. You can easily preview the complete document as a whole or choose to display some specific pages based on page numbers or page ranges.


What is DOC file format?

The DOC file format, initially developed by Microsoft in the early 1990s for their renowned word processing software, Microsoft Word, continues to be widely utilized today and remains closely associated with the Microsoft Office suite. DOC files store documents in ASCII text format, preserving special formatting such as bold, italics, and underlined text. Moreover, they retain essential elements like images, diagrams, charts, tables, and other formatting elements used within the document.

A prominent advantage of the DOC format lies in its compatibility with a diverse range of software applications, including WordPerfect, OpenOffice, and various office suites. This compatibility facilitates seamless sharing and collaboration on documents across different platforms. Additionally, DOC files can be effortlessly accessed and opened using most web browsers, enabling convenient online document viewing and sharing.

The simplicity and user-friendliness of the DOC format contribute significantly to its widespread popularity. Microsoft Word offers an intuitive environment for creating, editing, and formatting documents, making it an accessible choice for users. The format’s extensive adoption and support further ensure that DOC files can be accessed and opened by a vast majority of users, fostering effective collaboration and communication.

Furthermore, the DOC format boasts reliability and security features. DOC files are designed to be resistant to data corruption, preserving the integrity of documents over time. This reliability ensures that crucial information remains intact and accessible. Additionally, the format supports various encryption options, empowering users to safeguard sensitive information within their documents, enhancing privacy and data security.

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Popular Document Signature Options with Java

Sign PDF Files

(Portable Document Format)

Sign WORD Files

(Word Processing Files)

Sign EXCEL Files

(Spreadsheet Files)

Sign DOC Files

(Microsoft Word Binary Format)

Sign DOCX Files

(Office 2007+ Word Document)

Sign DOCM Files

(Microsoft Word 2007 Marco File)

Sign DOT Files

(Microsoft Word Template Files)

Sign DOTM Files

(Microsoft Word 2007+ Template File)

Sign DOTX Files

(Microsoft Word Template File )

Sign XLS Files

(Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet (Legacy))

Sign XLSB Files

(Excel Binary Workbook)

Sign XLSM Files

(Macro-enabled Spreadsheet)

Sign XLSX Files

(Open XML Workbook)

Sign XLTM Files

(Excel Macro-Enabled Template)

Sign XLTX Files

(Excel Template)

Sign PPT Files

(Microsoft PowerPoint 97-2003)

Sign PPTX Files

(Open XML presentation Format)

Sign PPS Files

(PowerPoint Slide Show)

Sign PPSX Files

(PowerPoint Slide Show)

Sign POTX Files

(Microsoft PowerPoint Template Presentation)

Sign POTM Files

(Microsoft PowerPoint Template File)

Sign BMP Files

(Bitmap Image File)

Sign JPEG Files

(Joint Photographic Expert Group Image)

Sign GIF Files

(Graphical Interchange Format)

Sign PNG Files

(Portable Network Graphic)

Sign WEBP Files

(Raster Web Image Format)

Sign TIFF Files

(Tagged Image File Format)

Sign WMF Files

(Windows Metafile)

Sign PSD Files

(Photoshop Document)

Sign SVG Files

(Scalar Vector Graphics)

Sign ODP Files

(OpenDocument Presentation Format)

Sign OTP Files

(OpenDocument Standard Format)

Sign ODS Files

(OpenDocument Spreadsheet)

Sign OTS Files

(OpenDocument Spreadsheet Template)

Sign ODT Files

(OpenDocument Text File Format)

Sign OTT Files

(OpenDocument Standard Format)

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