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Open docx content within Eclipse XML editor

Given the docx format basically just consists of a bunch of zipped xml files, I wonder whether it is possible to view / edit it within the Eclipse IDE without manual unzipping and rezipping.

Solution

  • This plugin provides the wanted feature:

    Usage:

    1. Install plugin via Eclipse Marketplace
    2. Right-click on a docx file
    3. Choose Open With > Other and select ZipEditor
    4. Double-click on document.xml
    5. Run the formatter via Ctrl+Shift+F
    6. Edit the content and save
    7. On tab close ZipEditor asks about updating the zip file