I need to know how to convert .docx to .doc using apache poi, maybe using XWPFDocument ,HWPFDocument classes, if not achievable please provide alternative solutions.
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Jayan
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Both formats are microsoft specific. What value do you get by using poi? The conversion may be lossy, it is better done via ms tools. – Jayan Dec 10 '13 at 05:03
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how can i do this using ms tools, any documentation, useful links ? – Jalal Sordo Dec 10 '13 at 10:24
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Glad this is done. I am removing poi tag. You may write your solution as an answer. It is going to help lot of folks. – Jayan Dec 11 '13 at 06:18
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exactly, i will need some time, to put a detailed solution. – Jalal Sordo Dec 11 '13 at 09:06
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Use LibreOffice, driven via JODConverter.
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That's what i'm trying right now, but i have problems setting OpenOffice 4 to run as a service on windows, do you have any documentation, useful links ? – Jalal Sordo Dec 10 '13 at 15:16
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it's working now like a charm, if anyone needs assistance on this, i'am keen to help. – Jalal Sordo Dec 10 '13 at 16:10
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