Hexiwin

Hexadecimal notation is the universal representation of big numbers in short forms in matters of computing. If you are an experienced developer or even if you are at the beginning of the programming path, you already know how important hex values are. Hexiwin is a neat hex editor able to show you the contents of any file and change it at will.

Altering a file by changing its hexadecimal values is not a messy job. This is the reason why this two-decades-old app sports one of the simplest dashboards. Dump a file in for the x-ray to view its hex structure. One can also notice the ASCII translation on the right side of the app.

Altering either hex or ASCII will highlight the changes in red, allowing you to keep track of any modification. Once you are happy with what went under the hood, you can use the toolbar options to save or export the dump.

In case the item you're looking to edit is a size or two close to what the app can handle, you'll probably have a lot of strings to scroll through. To avoid breaking the mouse wheel, you can use the Search drop-down menu to deploy tools such as Find or GoTo. This couple of assets will save a good deal of time for sure.

To sum it up, Hexiwin is a hex editor originating from a bygone era. Luckily, the hexadecimal notation hasn't changed much in its core, and a simple code refresh made the tool useful again. If you are looking for the simplest method of HEX/ASCII editing, giving this app a try pays off in the end.