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Docx QuickView

by Burns Development · Workflow & Planning
Manifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 16 Oct 2026

View local Word (.docx) files instantly in your browser.

Users
185
+44 in 30 days
Rating
1.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
1
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#66K
#56K among extensions
Version
1.4
updated 15 Sep 2025

Users

monthly, 14 months
092185Aug 2025Apr 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 16 Oct 2026: 185 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 14 months
001Aug 2025Apr 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 16 Oct 2026: 1 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month

The Chrome Web Store rounds user counts down to the leading digit, so the user line moves in steps. The ratings count is exact and is the better signal of real adoption.

About Docx QuickView

Stop Waiting. Start Viewing. ========================= Tired of the long wait every time you just want to glance at a `.docx` file? Docx QuickView transforms your Chrome browser into a lightning-fast viewer for Microsoft Word documents, letting you skip the slow startup of heavy word processors. Double-click any `.docx` file on your computer, and it opens instantly in a new tab. It's the seamless experience you've always wanted. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - WHY YOU'LL LOVE DOCX QUICKVIEW =================================== 🚀 Speed is Everything. We built this for one primary reason: speed. Instead of staring at a loading screen, your document is ready to read in a fraction of a second. For anyone who reviews multiple documents a day, the time saved is a game-changer. Reclaim those wasted moments and stay in your flow. 🔒 Your Privacy is Paramount. NO DATA COLLECTED. EVER. Docx QuickView works entirely on your computer. Your files are never uploaded, scanned, or sent to any server. All processing happens locally in your browser, ensuring your documents remain completely private and secure. ✈️ Works Natively Offline. No internet? No problem. Because your files are processed locally, this extension works perfectly offline. If you can access the file on your computer, you can view it. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - FULL FEATURE LIST =================== ⚡ Blazing Fast Viewing: Opens `.docx` files instantly by making Chrome your default viewer. 🌙 Beautiful Dark & Light Modes: Automatically detects your system's theme for comfortable reading day or night. Includes a manual override button to lock in your preferred theme. 🔗 Bookmarkable Links: Each file gets a unique, persistent URL. You can now bookmark links to your local documents or share them with other apps. 📄 Save as PDF: Easily export your document to a universally compatible PDF with a single click. Perfect for sharing or archiving. 💻 Save as Self-Contained HTML: Save the document as a single, interactive HTML file with all images and styles embedded. The saved file even includes the theme toggle! - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - SIMPLE ONE-TIME SETUP ======================== To get the full "double-click to open" experience, a simple one-time setup is required: 1. Grant File Access: After installing, go to the extension details page (`chrome://extensions`) and toggle on "Allow access to file URLs". 2. Set Chrome as Default: Right-click any `.docx` file on your computer, choose "Open with," and set Google Chrome as the default application. That's it! You're ready to experience the fastest way to view your documents. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - This extension is open-source and built with a focus on simplicity and security. Streamline your workflow and take control of your documents with Docx QuickView today.

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days+7+3.9%00.00
30 days+44+31.2%00.00
6 months+105+131.2%00.00
1 year+169+1056.2%+1+1.00

Chrome Web Store search rankings

Where Docx QuickView appears when people search the store, with the 30 day change
Search phrasePosition30 days
development#74+25

Version history

2 versions recorded
1.415 Sep 2025
1.215 Aug 2025

Details

Category
Workflow & Planning
First seen
15 Aug 2025
Size
192 KB
Languages
en-US
Pricing
Free
Support
github.com
Extension ID
ldgodoeahkebalogelppgfemknplibeo

Permissions and risk

Moderate riskimpact 2, likelihood 2
Permissions
webNavigationstoragetabs
Site access
file://*/*

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