Resolve Font Names in HTML Conversion

Introduction

Hey there, fellow coder! If you’ve ever struggled with font issues when saving Word documents as HTML, you’re not alone. Fonts can be tricky, but don’t worry; this guide will help you resolve font names in your Word documents using Aspose.Words for .NET. Let’s dive into the process step-by-step to ensure your fonts look just right in HTML format.

Prerequisites

Before we get started, make sure you have everything you need:

  1. Aspose.Words for .NET: Download it here.
  2. A Valid License: Purchase a license here or get a temporary license here.
  3. Basic Knowledge of C# and .NET: Familiarity with basic programming concepts in C# is assumed.
  4. Visual Studio: Any version that supports the .NET framework will work.

Now that we have our prerequisites sorted, let’s jump into the action!

Importing Necessary Namespaces

Before coding, ensure you’ve imported the necessary namespaces into your project. This is crucial for accessing Aspose.Words functionalities.

using Aspose.Words;
using Aspose.Words.Saving;

Step 1: Setting Up the Document Directory

First, let’s set up the path to your document directory, which is where your Word document is located and where you’ll save your output.

// The path to the documents directory.
string dataDir = "YOUR_DOCUMENT_DIRECTORY";

Here, dataDir holds the path to your document directory. Replace "YOUR_DOCUMENT_DIRECTORY" with the actual path on your system.

Step 2: Loading the Word Document

Next, we need to load the Word document that we want to process. This document should contain the fonts you want to resolve.

Document doc = new Document(dataDir + "MissingFont.docx");

We create a Document object and load the Word document named “MissingFont.docx” from our dataDir.

Step 3: Configuring HTML Save Options

Now, let’s set up the options for saving the document as HTML, ensuring that font names are resolved correctly.

HtmlSaveOptions saveOptions = new HtmlSaveOptions(SaveFormat.Html)
{
    PrettyFormat = true,
    ResolveFontNames = true
};

We create an instance of HtmlSaveOptions with SaveFormat.Html. The PrettyFormat option makes the HTML output more readable, and ResolveFontNames ensures that font names are resolved.

Step 4: Saving the Document as HTML

Finally, we save the document as an HTML file using the configured save options.

doc.Save(dataDir + "ResolvedFontNames.html", saveOptions);

We call the Save method on the Document object, specifying the output path and the save options we configured. This generates an HTML file with the font names resolved.

Conclusion

And there you have it! By following these steps, you’ve successfully resolved font names when converting a Word document to HTML using Aspose.Words for .NET. This not only ensures your fonts are displayed correctly but also makes your HTML output look polished and professional. Happy coding!

FAQ’s

What is Aspose.Words for .NET?

Aspose.Words for .NET is a powerful library that allows developers to create, modify, and convert Word documents programmatically.

How do I install Aspose.Words for .NET?

You can download Aspose.Words for .NET from here. Follow the installation instructions provided in the documentation.

Can I use Aspose.Words for .NET without a license?

Yes, but it will have some limitations. For full functionality, you can purchase a license here or get a temporary license here.

Why are my fonts not displaying correctly in HTML?

This issue can arise if the fonts are not properly resolved during the conversion. Setting ResolveFontNames = true in HtmlSaveOptions can help fix this.

Where can I get support for Aspose.Words for .NET?

You can get support from the Aspose.Words support forum.