Show HN: Docx to PDF in the Browser Using Pandoc and Typst (WASM)
6 points| indie_max | 22 days ago |toolkuai.com
I wanted a way to convert .docx to .pdf without uploading my files to a random server or installing a 2GB LaTeX distribution.
I built a simple tool that runs Pandoc and Typst entirely in the browser via WebAssembly.
How it works:
- Pandoc (WASM) parses the .docx file.
- It outputs Typst markup.
- Typst (WASM) compiles that markup into a PDF.
Status: It's still a work in progress. It handles basic formatting, tables, and images well enough for daily use, though complex Word layouts might still be a bit wonky.
Why this?
- Privacy: Everything stays in your browser.
- Speed: No server round-trips.
- Lightweight: No need to install Pandoc or Typst locally.
Check it out: https://toolkuai.com/word-to-pdf
Feedback is welcome, especially on how to better map Word styles to Typst.
nashashmi|21 days ago