How to open a word document in a new tab/window without downloading the file using HTML/JavaScript?

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I dont want to download the word document instead I just wish to view the file in the browser itself. How is this possible with HTML and JavaScript ?

I don't think this is a duplicate as the other question is about browser plugins whereas this one seems more about configuring this from the hosting webpage. — Ganesh Sittampalam, Dec 29 '13 at 11:36
It would still be a different question if my interpretation were correct (though I'm not very sure anymore). — Ganesh Sittampalam, Dec 29 '13 at 11:44

score 1 · Answer 1 · answered Dec 29 '13 at 11:06

Most of the main browsers have plugins that you can install that allow you to view word documents. This is one for Chrome:

It is under Office Apps.

Here is one for firefox:

score -2 · Answer 2 · answered Dec 29 '13 at 11:40

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This is the reason why you use PDF documents.

Go to your word document and save it as a pdf. You can do it via the ribbons.

answered Dec 29 '13 at 11:40

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