HxD

1.7.7.0 Hex editor for Windows

Felix Cheng

Powerful hexadecimal editor that allows users to view and edit binary files, disk sectors and system memory.

Freeware HEX editing software download, reviewed by Felix Cheng
Powerful app for editing hexadecimal code, disks - Screenshot of HxD
Offers a wide array of editing and configuration settings - Screenshot of HxD
Edit hexadecimal code with the help of this light - Screenshot of HxD
Edit hex values, includes search and replace - Screenshot of HxD
Free Hexadecimal and Disk-Editing Software - Screenshot of HxD
Core Functions and Applications - Screenshot of HxD
Fully Integrated Actions - Screenshot of HxD
User interface - Screenshot of HxD
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HxD Hex Editor inspects and edits any file, main memory or disk/disk image.

HxD is a powerful tool and robust hex editor. It's a fast and efficient way to edit, modify, and repair the contents of binary files, including disk images and system files.

The interface is user friendly, with a vast array of options, settings, and features all organized in a clean and intuitive menu. The main window allows for quick access to the most commonly used functions, such as search and replace, copy, cut, paste, and more.

HxD provides extensive support for different file systems, allowing for easy navigation of the file structure and easy viewing of contents. It supports both hex and decimal representations and the user can choose one of these to edit the file. HxD has a feature that allows the user to quickly switch between different display modes and settings.

Compatible with many standards, it can copy data in plain text, HTML or as a variable for programming languages. The size of files you can open with this app is practically unlimited.

HxD is a powerful tool, useful in certain scenarios in which raw data reading is required.

Features of HxD

  • Checksum calculations: Compute and compare checksums for verifying data integrity.
  • Data inspector: Examine data in different formats, signed and unsigned.
  • Disk cloning: Make copies of entire disks or partitions.
  • Disk editor: View and edit raw data on hard drives and other media.
  • Export data: Convert data to ASCII, EBCDIC and C array formats.
  • File comparison: Compare files and folders on a byte-by-byte basis.
  • File shredder: Securely delete data and eliminate recoverability.
  • File splitting: Split large files into smaller parts.
  • Hex editor: Powerful editing and data manipulation tool.
  • Open virtual drives: Mount disk images and use them as if they were real disks.
  • Process memory search: Scan for specific values in running processes.
  • RAM editor: Edit memory of running processes.
  • Rebase: Change the address of an executable file.
  • Scripting: Automate repetitive tasks and malicious processes.
  • Search and replace: Find and replace hexadecimal values, supports regular expressions.

Compatibility and License

HxD is provided under a freeware license on Windows from programming software with no restrictions on usage. Download and installation of this PC software is free and 1.7.7.0 is the latest version last time we checked.

Maël Hörz accepts donations for the continued development of this free software.

What version of Windows can HxD run on?

HxD can be used on a computer running Windows 11 or Windows 10. Previous versions of the OS shouldn't be a problem with Windows 8 and Windows 7 having been tested. It comes in both 32-bit and 64-bit downloads.

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  1. HxD Download
  2. Free Programming Software
  3. Portable Software
  4. HEX Editing Software
HxD has been picked by our editors as OK software.
HxD has been tested for viruses and malware.
We have tested HxD 1.7.7.0 against malware with several different programs. We certify that this program is clean of viruses, malware and trojans.