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Programmatically Generate PDFs in C# .NET

March 11, 2025
Leverage Document Solutions for PDF in your application to create new PDF documents including titles, paragraphs, text and images.

Document Solutions for PDF by MESCIUS is a high-speed, feature-rich, server-side PDF API Library for .NET with no dependencies on Adobe Acrobat. DsPdf allows developers to programmatically create, manipulate, import/export, and deploy PDF documents, including AcroForms, across desktop and web applications at scale. With full .NET support, you can generate, load, modify, and convert PDFs in your app for .NET, Mono, Xamarin.iOS, and Xamarin.Android. Apps using this .NET PDF API can be deployed to the cloud, Windows, Mac, or Linux. It also includes a fast JavaScript-based client-side viewer/editor that allows users to view/optionally edit PDF documents in desktop/web applications.

In this blog post, MESCIUS Senior Software Engineer Manpreet Kaur shows you how to use Document Solutions for PDF to add PDF creation capability to any application that targets .NET Standard 2.0 or higher - including .NET Core, .NET Framework, Mono, and Xamarin. Steps include:

  • Setting up your project
  • Creating a new PDF Document
  • Adding Titles for the PDF Document
  • Adding a Paragraph
  • Adding Widow and Orphan control
  • Rendering the text and images
  • Saving to PDF

Detailed code is included and there is a downloadable project - with an accompanying YouTube video - so that you can follow along in real time.

Read the complete blog and get started creating rich PDF documents from your .NET apps now!

Document Solutions for PDF is licensed per developer and is available in several license options for differing distribution needs. Team licenses are also available for multiple developers within the same organization. See our Document Solutions for PDF licensing page for full details.

Document Solutions for PDF is available to buy individually or as part of Document Solutions .NET Bundle.

Effortlessly Handle PDF Forms in Your Web App

March 4, 2025
Create, edit, and save PDF forms in your apps, enhancing user interaction, streamlining data collection, and ensuring smooth digital workflows.

Creating, loading, and saving PDF forms in PDF Viewer components allow users to interact with dynamic documents directly within web applications. This feature enables developers to present fillable forms, capture user inputs, and store the data securely, all while maintaining the visual integrity of the original PDF. It is particularly useful for applications requiring digital form submissions, such as surveys, contracts, or registration forms.

Several ASP.NET Core PDF viewer controls support PDF forms including:

  • Telerik UI PDF for ASP.NET Core (part of Telerik UI for ASP.NET Core) provides robust tools for displaying and filling PDF forms in ASP.NET Core applications.
  • Document Solutions for PDF by MESCIUS offers comprehensive form handling capabilities, including support for complex field types and form data extraction.
  • ImageGear for .NET by Accusoft facilitates interactive PDF form experiences, including loading, filling, and saving forms while ensuring high-fidelity rendering.
  • Syncfusion ASP.NET Core PDF (part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise) enables full control over form creation and supports various input fields and data binding options.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our ASP.NET Core PDF viewer comparison.

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Maintain Formatting with Excel to PDF Conversion

February 28, 2025
Convert Excel files to PDF while preserving formatting, ideal for sharing reports, protecting sensitive data, and creating print-ready documents.

Converting Excel files to PDF ensures that spreadsheets maintain their formatting, structure, and data integrity while becoming universally accessible across devices without requiring specialized software. This process enhances security by preventing unintended edits, supports password protection, and enables controlled access to sensitive data. It also optimizes file size for easier sharing and ensures consistent printing without layout distortions. Ideal for financial reports, invoices, data summaries, and official documents, Excel to PDF conversion provides a professional, fixed-format output suitable for archiving, collaboration, and compliance with industry standards.

Several .NET WinForms PDF controls offer support for Excel to PDF conversion, including:

  • Syncfusion Windows Forms PDF (part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise) converts Excel files to PDF, preserving formatting, security, and print-ready layouts for easy sharing.
  • Telerik UI PDF for WinForms (part of Telerik UI for WinForms) lets you generate high-quality PDFs from spreadsheets, ensuring accessibility, and controlled editing.
  • ImageGear for .NET (by Accusoft) facilitates Excel-to-PDF conversion with advanced formatting retention, optimized file sizes, and enhanced security for secure distribution.

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Let Users Quickly Locate Content in a PDF

February 25, 2025
Enhance the user experience of WPF apps with PDF bookmark navigation, enabling quick access to key sections when viewing complex documents.

Bookmark navigation in a PDF viewer enhances the user experience by allowing quick access to specific sections within a document. This feature enables users to navigate through large PDFs efficiently by leveraging a predefined structure of bookmarks, which often correspond to headings or key sections. It improves the usability of the viewer by eliminating the need for manual scrolling or searching, making it easier to locate specific content within the document. Navigating via bookmarks is particularly beneficial for documents with complex structures, such as technical manuals, reports, and e-books, where streamlined access to key information enhances productivity and readability. By integrating bookmark support, developers can ensure that their applications provide a seamless way to jump between sections without manually scrolling or searching.

Several WPF (Windows Presentation Foundation) PDF viewer components allow you to navigate via bookmarks, including:

  • DevExpress WPF PDF Viewer (part of DevExpress WPF) lets you navigate PDFs effortlessly using an interactive bookmark panel with expandable and clickable hierarchical entries.
  • Telerik UI PDF for WPF (part of Telerik UI for WPF) includes support for bookmark navigation, enabling end-users to move through files while maintaining a smooth UX.
  • Syncfusion WPF PDF (part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise) provides apps with bookmark functionality, so users can navigate to bookmarks present in the loaded PDF.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our WPF PDF viewer comparison.

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Improve Collaboration with Built-In PDF Annotations

February 19, 2025
Telerik UI for ASP.NET Core 2025 Q1 makes PDF annotation easier with text highlighting and free text support, streamlining reviews and collaboration.

Telerik UI for ASP.NET Core is a robust library of over 110 UI components designed for modern web applications. It offers high performance, scalability, and extensive customization to meet diverse requirements in data handling, UX, design, and accessibility. Key components like the Grid, Scheduler, Chart, and Editor enable intuitive data visualization and manipulation, making it ideal for applications ranging from interactive dashboards to complex enterprise solutions. With Telerik UI for ASP.NET Core, developers can create feature-rich, professional-grade applications with ease.

The Telerik UI for ASP.NET Core 2025 Q1 update enhances the PDFViewer with built-in text highlighting and free text annotation capabilities, enabling users to integrate seamless document review and collaboration features into their applications. These enhancements provide users with a more efficient way to mark up PDFs without requiring third-party tools, ensuring a smoother workflow within web-based applications. The new annotation tools are fully customizable, allowing developers to tailor the experience to specific user needs while maintaining a consistent UI. With improved interaction and flexibility, this update simplifies document handling and enhances the overall usability of PDFViewer in modern applications.

To see a full list of what's new in 2025 Q1 (2025.1.211), see our release notes.

Telerik UI for ASP.NET Core is licensed per developer and has two licensing models: an annual Subscription License and a Perpetual License. The Subscription license provides access to the latest product updates, technical support, and exclusive benefits for a flat annual fee, and must be renewed to continue using the software. The Perpetual license is a one-time purchase granting access to the current released version and includes a one-year subscription for product updates and technical support. After this initial period, users can choose to renew the subscription element to continue receiving updates and support; otherwise, they may continue using the installed version available during their active subscription term but will forgo future updates and support. See our Telerik UI for ASP.NET Core licensing page for full details.

Telerik UI for ASP.NET Core is available individually or as part of the following products: