Render Document to PDF

Introduction

GroupDocs.Viewer for .NET is a powerful tool for rendering various document formats into PDF. In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through the process step by step.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, ensure you have the following:

1. GroupDocs.Viewer for .NET Library: You can download the library from here.
2. .NET Framework: Make sure you have the appropriate version of .NET Framework installed on your machine.
3. Document Files: Prepare the document files you want to render. Supported formats include DOCX, PDF, PPTX, XLSX, and more.

Importing Namespaces:

Before diving into the code, ensure you import the necessary namespaces:

using System;
using System.IO;
using GroupDocs.Viewer.Options;

Now, let’s break down the rendering process into multiple steps:

Step 1: Define Output Directory and File Path

string outputDirectory = "Your Document Directory";
string outputFilePath = Path.Combine(outputDirectory, "output.pdf");

Ensure to replace "Your Document Directory" with the directory where you want to save the rendered PDF file.

Step 2: Instantiate Viewer Object

using (Viewer viewer = new Viewer(TestFiles.SAMPLE_DOCX))
{
    // Your code here
}

Replace TestFiles.SAMPLE_DOCX with the path to your document file.

Step 3: Set PDF View Options

PdfViewOptions options = new PdfViewOptions(outputFilePath);

Step 4: Render Document to PDF

viewer.View(options);

Step 5: Display Success Message

Console.WriteLine($"\nSource document rendered successfully.\nCheck output in {outputDirectory}.");

After following these steps, you will have successfully rendered your document to PDF using GroupDocs.Viewer for .NET.

Conclusion

Rendering documents to PDF is a common requirement in various applications. With GroupDocs.Viewer for .NET, this process becomes seamless and efficient, allowing you to handle a wide range of document formats with ease.

FAQ’s

Can I render documents other than DOCX to PDF?

Yes, GroupDocs.Viewer for .NET supports various formats such as PDF, PPTX, XLSX, and more.

Is there a trial version available?

Yes, you can download a free trial from here.

How can I get support if I encounter any issues?

You can visit the GroupDocs.Viewer forum here for assistance.

Do I need a temporary license for testing purposes?

Yes, you can obtain a temporary license from here.

Where can I purchase a full license?

You can purchase a license from here.