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mfran2002
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November 6, 2017
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editing a pdf file using javascript: how to do?

  • November 6, 2017
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just realized that it is possible to edit PDF files using javascript.

I have some, very small, experience in the past writing controls in javascript but honestly I don't know how to edit a pdf file using this language.

I especially don't know where to begin...

May someone help me?

examples and steps to begin are really appreciated 🙂

thanks!

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Joel Geraci
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Joel GeraciCommunity Expert
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November 6, 2017

Where to start depends on what you mean by editing. If you are thinking you can edit existing page content, you're going to be disappointed.

You might want to start by reading what modifications are possible at the link below.

Acrobat DC SDK Documentation

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mfran2002Author
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November 6, 2017

thank you joel for your reply

honestly I hope to be able to modify the content, anyway I also need to add pages (one before, one after my original pdf) and also to save my original pdf as a photo (and probably also other features...)

so, your link is very interesting but how can a beginner like me write something to do that?

indeed i don't know how to start...i would need the steps to follow...

:-/

Joel Geraci
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Joel GeraciCommunity Expert
Community Expert
November 6, 2017

You can insert pages and export the PDF as images using scripts.

If you do not know JavaScript at all, take an online class but understand that the techniques used to manipulate HTML are not the same as PDF. Most online courses don't differentiate between the JavaScript Core and the browser extensions. You'll need to basically figure that part out on your own.

Once you understand the basics of the JavaScript Core go to

http://www.pdfscripting.com for some great tutorials

and

Learning to Program JavaScript for Adobe Acrobat - KHKonsulting LLC

Good luck.

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