Microsoft Office makes it possible to view and edit office documents both from a computer and using iPad tablets. Nevertheless, the software product is quite expensive for the device. The AppStore and iTunes offer the option to download alternative software packages.
HopTo
HopTo has recently appeared for the iPad, but it has already received support for extensions such as DOC, DOCX, XLS, XLSX, PPT and PPTX. The application is capable of opening RTF documents. You can upload the file you need to view into the program using one of the cloud storage services (DropBox, Google Drive, OneDrive). The application also supports the processing of documents uploaded via iTunes.
The software solution interface is specially designed for iPad. The program allows you to select and paste copied sections of text from one document to another, has the ability to work with files designed in Microsoft Office 2010. Also, the application is able to record the changes made in the document and fully displays all office files.
QuickOffice
QuickOffice was one of the first programs to appear for the iPad. The package has wide functionality and stability, thanks to which the application has earned the title of one of the best solutions for working with Microsoft Office files. Today the program has the ability to work with Google Drive. QuickOffice provides a wide range of text functions and implements most of the spreadsheet controls found in Microsoft Excel. With its functionality, the program is also completely free, it can track the changes and edits made in documents.
Documents to Go
The Documents to Go package is also a popular solution for working with MS Office files, largely due to its speed. The application successfully formats the document and displays it on the iPad screen. Also, the program is convenient for making the necessary changes to files and supports many editing functions. However, the application will not be suitable for those who often use a table of contents when working with files and often work with images and tables in Word. In Documents to Go, work with edits and comments is also not implemented. Among other disadvantages of the application, one can also note its rather high price, which, however, is partially justified by the stability and speed of the program.
CloudOn
CloudOn has been named one of the best apps in iTunes due to the principle behind the program and its functionality. The application is a full-fledged portable analogue of the Microsoft Office package, which is reflected in the program interface. The software package can be purchased for 99 rubles. with a full subscription cost of 979 rubles. in year. Among the disadvantages of the program can be noted the instability of its work on the iPad 2 and earlier models. Another feature of the program is its ability to work directly with a file that is stored on the iCloud cloud service. Thus, there is no need to save the document to the device, because all changes are recorded directly on the server automatically.
