Set Images Folder

Introduction

Have you ever wanted to export your Word document into Markdown format while ensuring that the tables and content align perfectly? Aspose.Words for .NET is your go-to solution for this task. In this article, we will walk you through the process of setting up Aspose.Words, preparing your document, and exporting it into Markdown with proper table content alignment. We’ll break down each step to make it easy to follow and understand. So, let’s dive in and transform your Word documents into beautifully aligned Markdown files!

Prerequisites

Before we get started, ensure you have the following:

  • Aspose.Words for .NET: You can download it here.
  • A valid license: Obtain a free trial here or a temporary license here.
  • Visual Studio: Or any other IDE that supports .NET development.
  • Basic knowledge of C#: Understanding of C# programming language.

Import Namespaces

To begin, you’ll need to import the necessary namespaces in your C# project. These namespaces will allow you to access Aspose.Words functionality.

using Aspose.Words;
using Aspose.Words.Saving;
using System.IO;

Step 1: Set Up Your Project

First things first, set up your .NET project in your IDE. Create a new console application and add a reference to Aspose.Words for .NET.

1.1 Create a New Project

Open Visual Studio and create a new Console Application project. Name it “MarkdownExporter” or something similar.

1.2 Add Aspose.Words Reference

To add Aspose.Words to your project, you can either download the DLL from the Aspose website and add it manually, or use NuGet Package Manager:

Install-Package Aspose.Words

Step 2: Write the Code to Export as Markdown

Now, let’s write the code to read the Word document and save it as a Markdown file with proper table alignment.

2.1 Define the Path to Your Document

Set the path to your Word document and the folder where you want to save images.

string dataDir = "YOUR_DOCUMENT_DIRECTORY";

2.2 Load the Document

Load your Word document using Aspose.Words.

Document doc = new Document(dataDir + "Image bullet points.docx");

2.3 Configure Markdown Save Options

Configure the MarkdownSaveOptions to specify where images should be stored.

MarkdownSaveOptions saveOptions = new MarkdownSaveOptions
{
    ImagesFolder = dataDir + "Images"
};

2.4 Save the Document as Markdown

Use a MemoryStream to save the document in Markdown format.

using (MemoryStream stream = new MemoryStream())
{
    doc.Save(stream, saveOptions);
}

Conclusion

Exporting a Word document to Markdown with table content alignment using Aspose.Words for .NET is straightforward when you follow these steps. With a few lines of code, you can automate the conversion process and ensure your content is well-formatted. Now, you can easily share your documents in Markdown format, knowing that they will look great and maintain their structure.

FAQ’s

Can I use Aspose.Words for .NET with other programming languages?

Yes, Aspose.Words for .NET can be used with any .NET-compatible language such as VB.NET, F#, and more.

How do I get a temporary license for Aspose.Words?

You can obtain a temporary license here.

What types of documents can I convert to Markdown?

You can convert various Word documents including .doc, .docx, .rtf, and more.

Are there any limitations in the trial version of Aspose.Words?

The trial version has some limitations such as watermarks in the output files. You can get a free trial here.

Where can I find more examples and documentation for Aspose.Words?

You can find detailed documentation and examples on the Aspose website.