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Introduction

GroupDocs.Signature for .NET is a versatile library designed to streamline the process of working with digital signatures in .NET applications. With its comprehensive set of features, developers can easily integrate digital signature functionality into their applications, allowing users to sign and update documents with ease.

Prerequisites

Before proceeding with this tutorial, ensure that you have the following prerequisites:

  1. Visual Studio: Install Visual Studio IDE on your system.
  2. GroupDocs.Signature for .NET: Download and install the GroupDocs.Signature for .NET library from the download link.
  3. .NET Framework: Ensure that you have .NET Framework installed on your system.

Import Namespaces

Before you can start updating text in a document, you need to import the necessary namespaces into your project. Add the following using directives at the top of your code file:

using System;
using System.Collections.Generic;
using System.IO;
using GroupDocs.Signature;
using GroupDocs.Signature.Domain;
using GroupDocs.Signature.Options;

Step 1: Set up Document Path

string filePath = "sample_multiple_signatures.docx";

Set the path to the document that you want to update.

Step 2: Copy Document

string fileName = Path.GetFileName(filePath);
string outputFilePath = Path.Combine("Your Document Directory", "UpdateText", fileName);
File.Copy(filePath, outputFilePath, true);

Copy the source document to a new location since the Update method works with the same document.

Step 3: Initialize Signature Object

using (Signature signature = new Signature(outputFilePath))
{
    // Your code here
}

Initialize the Signature object with the path to the document.

Step 4: Search for Text Signatures

TextSearchOptions options = new TextSearchOptions();
List<TextSignature> signatures = signature.Search<TextSignature>(options);

Search for text signatures within the document.

Step 5: Update Text Signature

if (signatures.Count > 0)
{
    TextSignature textSignature = signatures[0];
    textSignature.Text = "John Walkman";
    textSignature.Left = textSignature.Left + 10;
    textSignature.Top = textSignature.Top + 10;
    textSignature.Width = 200;
    textSignature.Height = 100;
    bool result = signature.Update(textSignature);
    if (result)
    {
        Console.WriteLine($"Signature with Text '{textSignature.Text}' was updated in the document ['{fileName}'].");
    }
    else
    {
        Helper.WriteError($"Signature was not updated in the document! Signature with Text '{textSignature.Text}' was not found!");
    }
}

Update the text signature with the desired text, position, and size.

Conclusion

In conclusion, GroupDocs.Signature for .NET offers a straightforward way to update text in documents programmatically. By following the steps outlined in this tutorial, developers can efficiently integrate text updating functionality into their .NET applications.

FAQ’s

Can I update multiple text signatures in a single document?

Yes, you can update multiple text signatures by iterating through the list of found signatures and applying the necessary changes.

Does GroupDocs.Signature support other types of signatures besides text?

Yes, GroupDocs.Signature supports various types of signatures, including image, digital, and barcode signatures.

Is there a trial version available for GroupDocs.Signature for .NET?

Yes, you can download a free trial version from here.

Can I customize the appearance of the text signature?

Yes, you can customize the font, color, size, and other properties of the text signature according to your requirements.

Does GroupDocs.Signature for .NET work with all document formats?

GroupDocs.Signature supports a wide range of document formats, including Word, Excel, PDF, and more.

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