cisdem-document-reader ☆
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Description:
Document reader to open and view Windows-based files
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 6.0.0@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Productivity
Tags: document-viewer file-compatibility productivity utilities cross-platform
Install: brew install --cask cisdem-document-reader
About:
Cisdem Document Reader is a utility designed to open and view a wide range of document formats that are typically native to Windows environments. It allows macOS users to access files such as CHM, XPS, WPD, and FB2 without needing a virtual machine. The tool provides a streamlined reading experience with navigation, search, and annotation capabilities.
Key Features:
  • Supports multiple formats including CHM, XPS, WPD, and FB2
  • Fast rendering and smooth navigation
  • Annotation tools for highlighting and note-taking
  • Content search and table of contents navigation
Use Cases:
  • Opening legacy Windows help files (.chm) on a Mac
  • Reading XPS documents without conversion
  • Accessing niche e-book formats like FB2
Alternatives:
  • Calibre – Calibre is a free, open-source e-book manager that supports many formats but has a more complex interface.
  • CHM Viewer – A simpler, free tool focused specifically on CHM files, lacking broader format support.
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Aug 9, 2026 4:05pm 6.0.0 0 VERSION_BUMP af5e11df
Feb 9, 2023 10:35am 5.5.1 0 VERSION_BUMP d377b0ae
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