Investigate large files
Open GB+ binaries with virtual scrolling, search hexadecimal patterns with wildcards, or find ASCII and UTF-8 text.
Hex Editor for JetBrains IDEs
Inspect and edit binary files without leaving your IDE
Open and search GB+ files with virtual scrolling, inspect binary structures, decode selected bytes, and upgrade to Pro when you need safe in-place editing.
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7 daysPro trial
Pro is currently $2/month or $20/year for individuals.
See the bytes and the structure
One workspace for hex, ASCII, decoded values, and file structure
Select a byte to inspect integer, floating-point, binary, octal, ASCII, and UTF-8 interpretations. Navigate parsed structures and jump directly to the corresponding byte range.
Built for real binary workflows
Stop switching between your IDE and a separate hex tool
Understand file formats
Explore PNG, ZIP/JAR, Java class, PE, ELF, Mach-O, PDF, WebAssembly, ISO 9660, and Windows Minidump structures.
Patch bytes safely
Pro adds direct hex and ASCII editing, IDE-native Undo/Redo, paste preview, save lifecycle integration, and external-change handling.
Everything needed for day-to-day binary work
Unlimited file size
Work with files from a few kilobytes to multiple gigabytes without loading the entire file into memory.
Fast hex and text search
Search bytes with patterns such as FF ?? CD, cancel long searches, and move through matches with F3.
Data Inspector
Interpret selected bytes as signed and unsigned integers, floats, text, binary, and octal in either endianness.
Binary compare
Use the IDE's Compare Files workflow with aligned changed, inserted, and deleted byte ranges.
Copy for your language
Export selected bytes as a hex string, Base64, or ready-to-use C, Java, Kotlin, Python, and Go arrays.
Go to any offset
Jump directly to hexadecimal or decimal offsets and keep hex and ASCII selections synchronized.
Choose when to upgrade
Free vs Pro
Install the viewer for free. Start the verified 7-day trial when your workflow needs editing and deeper structure inspection.
| Capability | Free | Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Open and navigate GB+ files | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hex, ASCII, and UTF-8 search | ✓ | ✓ |
| Data Inspector and Copy As | ✓ | ✓ |
| Top-level file structure | ✓ | ✓ |
| Detailed nested structure fields | — | ✓ |
| Direct hex and ASCII editing | — | ✓ |
| IDE-native Undo/Redo | — | ✓ |
| Paste preview and external-change handling | — | ✓ |
Works where you work
Native to the JetBrains editing workflow
Available for IntelliJ IDEA, Android Studio, and 14 more compatible IntelliJ-based IDEs. Right-click a file and choose Open in Hex Editor.
Supported binaries include executables, libraries, firmware, disk images, dumps, Java archives, Android packages, WebAssembly, and more.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use Hex Editor for free?
Yes. The free tier includes GB+ file viewing, hex and text search, Data Inspector, Go to Offset, Copy As exports, keyboard navigation, and a top-level structure overview.
What does Hex Editor Pro add?
Pro adds direct hex and ASCII editing, IDE-native Undo/Redo, auto-save and IDE save integration, paste preview, external-change conflict handling, and detailed nested fields in Structure Viewer.
How long is the Hex Editor Pro trial?
JetBrains Marketplace currently provides a 7-day trial with access to the paid Hex Editor features.
How much does Hex Editor Pro cost?
The current individual price on JetBrains Marketplace is $2 per month or $20 per year. Marketplace shows the current regional, organizational, and discounted pricing before purchase.
Which binary formats can it inspect?
Structure Viewer includes parsers for PNG, ZIP and JAR, Java class files, PE, ELF, Mach-O, PDF, WebAssembly, ISO 9660, and Windows Minidump files. Other binary files can still be opened in the hex view.
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