DOCX Editor

Integrate document editing into your web app

Nutrient Document Authoring SDK is an easy-to-use WYSIWYG editor, similar to Google Docs, that lets you open, edit, and export complex documents, ensuring perfect fidelity across browsers and in PDFs.


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Familiar WYSIWYG experience

Build a trusted user experience with a page-based layout for rich text editing, reminiscent of the interfaces of Google Docs and Microsoft Word.

Perfect fidelity and unique precision

Streamline document workflows by seamlessly opening DOCX files and exporting edited documents to DOCX or PDF with industry-leading fidelity.

Consistent and focused user experience

Maintain a consistent experience within your platform with a fully customizable SDK designed to effortlessly integrate into any application.

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Choose the right SDK for your workflow

DOCX authoring or PDF collaboration? Compare Nutrient’s Document Authoring SDK and Web Viewer SDK side by side, and pick the fastest path to production.

Document Authoring SDK
Web Viewer SDK
Create, edit documents from scratch, modify existing DOCX files, akin to Google Docs.
View, annotate, sign, edit PDF and image files; create and fill out forms in web apps.
Move paragraphs between pages, and format text, styling, and layouts.
Edit and reposition text on individual pages.
Features browser-based document editing that maintains fidelity when exported to PDF.
Ensures 100 percent preservation of the original layout and design of PDFs.
Open, view, and edit DOCX files.
Open, view, and annotate Office files, including DOCX, XLSX, and PPTX (Office Files component needed).

Used in:

  • Document drafting
  • Report generation
  • Content creation
  • Publishing

Used in:

  • Embedding PDFs in web applications
  • Filling forms
  • Collaborating on documents
  • Signing documents

From DOCX authoring to PDF collaboration

Extend your document workflow with Nutrient Web Viewer SDK — powerful JavaScript components that instantly add PDF viewing, annotating, processing, and AI to any stack.

View and collaborate

Render large PDFs instantly, layer on markups and threaded comments, and watch feedback appear live.

Create and edit

Add, reorder, or rewrite pages and build dynamic forms in a browser — zero desktop tools.

Finalize and sign

Apply tamper‑proof eSignatures, run pixel‑perfect diffs, and scrub sensitive data before release.

Integrate AI and automation

Ask a document anything, classify content, generate PDFs, and auto‑convert at scale with one endpoint.

Secure and comply

Output long‑term PDF/A, enforce encryption, and breeze through audits with built‑in accessibility standards.

Reasons to build with Nutrient

Nutrient SDKs and Cloud APIs add full document lifecycle support to any platform, tech stack, or infrastructure in minutes. The same technology meets Fortune 500 requirements while helping startups ship fast.

Ready for context engineering

Clean documentation, drop-in code, and MCP hooks for both hands-on developers and AI agents.

Build for and deploy anywhere

Web, mobile, desktop, server, or Nutrient Cloud — with no lock-in.

Secure and accessible

SOC 2 Type II and WCAG 2.2-compliant workflows with PDF/UA-accessible documents.

AI-first document workflows

Built-in document AI with support for leading LLMs and their private implementations.

See what our customers love about our SDK products

"Great tool that covers one of our product’s core functionalities."

Dmytro H.
Principal Engineer

"A true partner in delivering value for our customers."

KIM T.
Small Business (50 or fewer employees)

"The software is reliable and easy to integrate with."

Verified User in Computer Software
Mid-Market (51–1,000 employees)


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Trusted by the brands that move the world


Delivers its 120‑page monthly magazine “51” on iOS, Android, and Web with Nutrient viewers and DRM, giving millions of fans offline access and seamless reading.


Governance portal trusted by 2,000+ boards in 30 countries embeds Nutrient Web SDK to enable in‑portal annotations and cross‑device continuity, achieving 80 percent user engagement.


Rolled out nationwide PAdES-compliant signatures with the Nutrient PDF SDK, letting every Austrian citizen sign official documents securely in seconds.


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Document Authoring

What is Nutrient Document Authoring SDK?

Nutrient Document Authoring SDK is a TypeScript-based, WYSIWYG (what-you-see-is-what-you-get) editor designed to integrate seamlessly into web applications. It enables users to create, edit, and export documents directly within the browser, offering a familiar interface akin to traditional word processors like Google Docs and Microsoft Word. The SDK ensures high-fidelity rendering, meaning documents appear consistent across different browsers and in exported formats such as PDF and DOCX.

How to choose the right document authoring solution

When selecting a document authoring solution, consider the following factors:

  • User experience — Look for an editor that offers a familiar and intuitive interface, reducing the learning curve for end users.
  • Customization options — The ability to tailor the editor’s UI and functionality to match your application’s requirements is crucial.
  • Performance and scalability — Choose a solution that maintains performance with large documents and scales with your user base.
What are the best solutions to address document authoring needs?

Several solutions cater to document authoring requirements:

  • Basic rich-text editors — Simple tools offer fundamental text editing capabilities but may lack advanced features like high-fidelity rendering or DOCX support.
  • Comprehensive SDKs — Solutions like Nutrient’s Document Authoring SDK have many features, including advanced formatting, template support, and easy integrations.
  • Open source libraries — These offer flexibility and community support but may require more in-house development to achieve desired functionalities.
What are the benefits of using Nutrient Document Authoring SDK?

Integrating Nutrient Document Authoring SDK into your application offers several advantages:

  • High-fidelity rendering — Ensures documents look consistent across browsers and in exported formats.
  • DOCX support — Allows users to import and export DOCX files, facilitating compatibility with existing document workflows.
  • Page-based editing — Provides a familiar editing experience, mirroring traditional word processors.
  • Offline-first support — Enables document editing without relying on server-side processing, enhancing performance and security.
  • Easy integration — Offers first-class TypeScript support and compatibility with various module systems, simplifying the integration process.
How does Nutrient Document Authoring SDK compare to other solutions?

While other document authoring tools may offer basic functionalities, Nutrient’s SDK stands out with its comprehensive feature set, high-fidelity rendering, and ease of integration. Its focus on providing a familiar user experience, combined with advanced capabilities like DOCX support and offline-first operation, makes it a robust choice for organizations aiming to enhance their document workflows.

Incorporating Nutrient Document Authoring SDK into your application is a strategic move to boost functionality and efficiency. By carefully evaluating your needs and exploring available options, you can select a solution that not only meets your current requirements but also supports your organization’s future growth and evolution.


Frequently asked questions

What is Nutrient Document Authoring SDK?

Nutrient Document Authoring SDK is a WYSIWYG DOCX editor that developers can integrate into their web application to create, edit, and generate documents from Word templates. It offers rich-text editing features, as an SDK comparable to other word processors like Google Docs and Microsoft Word.

What is a DOCX editor SDK?

A DOCX editor SDK is software development kit that software developers can embed into their web applications to enable their users to be able to create, view and edit Word documents. It’s often used to enable functionality similar to other word processors, like Google Docs and Microsoft Word, but inside web applications.

What makes Nutrient’s DOCX editor SDK stand out?

Nutrient’s DOCX editor SDK offers a next-generation WYSIWYG Word document editor that doesn’t have finicky reloading, page layout inconsistencies, or formatting changes. It delivers a buttery smooth user experience with a consistent page-based layout for rich text editing — just like Google Docs — and is fully customizable to seamlessly integrate into low-code platforms or any web application.

What functionalities does Nutrient Document Authoring SDK offer?

The SDK delivers a robust set of features, including:

  • Advanced word processing — Create complex tables, manage floating images, and design headers and footers, offering capabilities similar to Google Docs.
  • Template-based document creation — Create and edit MS Word templates to design reports, invoices, and contracts with features like immutable areas, repeating rows, and customizable blocks. Then, export to PDF.

Is Nutrient’s DOCX editor SDK suitable for developers?

Yes. It’s tailor-made for developers who want to embed powerful Word template document generation, rich-text editing, and editing of DOCX files within their applications. The SDK is customizable, simple to integrate, and built to provide a smooth user experience that feels familiar to end users. It’s written in TypeScript and was built by developers for developers.

How can I try Nutrient Document Authoring SDK?

Simply click on the free trial and follow the steps in our Document Authoring getting started guide. If you’d rather play around with capabilities before integrating it into a project, check out the demo.