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How to Inspect DOCX Without Opening Word

Understand Word document package parts without executing document content.

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Work through this in order

  1. Check whether the file is a valid ZIP container
  2. Find [Content_Types].xml and word/document.xml
  3. Review media and relationships in the package listing
  4. Use Office or LibreOffice for accurate document layout
  5. Avoid enabling macros or external links from unknown files

Use the matching tool

Inspect a local copy with DOCX File Inspector. After the check, save or repair files only using trusted software that supports the format.