Render PDF to PCL on Android via Java

Convert PDF to PCL in mobile apps without installing any software

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Integrating PDF to PCL conversion feature in your mobile apps is now possible with the help of two APIs from the Aspose.Total for Android Java package. The first step is to convert the PDF file to DOC using the Aspose.PDF for Android via Java API. This API provides a wide range of features to manipulate PDF documents, such as creating, editing, converting, and printing. Once the PDF file is converted to DOC, the next step is to render the DOC to PCL using the Word Processing API, Aspose.Words for Android Java. This API provides a comprehensive set of features to create, edit, and convert documents in various formats, such as DOC, DOCX, ODT, HTML, and PDF. With the help of these two APIs, you can easily integrate PDF to PCL conversion feature in your mobile apps.

Convert PDF to PCL on Android via Java

  1. Open PDF file using Document class
  2. Convert PDF to DOC by using save method
  3. Load DOC file by using Document class of Aspose.Words
  4. Save the document to PCL format using save method and set PCL as SaveFormat

Get Started with Android via Java APIs

You can easily use Aspose.Total for Android via Java directly from Maven and install Aspose.PDF for Android via Java and Aspose.Words for Android via Java in your applications.

Alternatively, you can get a ZIP file from downloads .

// load PDF file with an instance of Document class
Document document = new Document("template.pdf");
// save PDF as a DOC 
document.save("DocOutput.doc", SaveFormat.DOC); 
// load DOC with an instance of Document
Document outputDocument = new com.aspose.words.Document("DocOutput.doc");
// call save method while passing SaveFormat.PCL
outputDocument.save("output.pcl", SaveFormat.PCL);   

Get PDF File Information on Android via Java

Before converting PDF to PCL, you might need information about the document including author, creation date, keywords, modify date, subject, and title. This information is helpful for the decision making for the conversion process. Using the powerful Aspose.PDF for Android via Java API, you can get all of it. To get file-specific information about a PDF file, first get the DocumentInfo object using getInfo method. Once the DocumentInfo object is retrieved, you can get the values of the individual properties.

// load PDF document
Document doc = new Document("template.pdf");
// get document information
DocumentInfo docInfo = doc.getInfo();
// show document information
System.out.println("Author: " + docInfo.getAuthor());
System.out.println("Creation Date: " + docInfo.getCreationDate());
System.out.println("Keywords: " + docInfo.getKeywords());
System.out.println("Modify Date: " + docInfo.getModDate());
System.out.println("Subject: " + docInfo.getSubject());
System.out.println("Title: " + docInfo.getTitle());

Insert Endnotes in PCL Document in Android Apps

Apart from document conversion, you can also add a bunch of other features inside your Android Applications using Aspose.Words for Android via Java API. One of that feature is inserting endnotes and numbering in PCL document. If you want to insert a footnote or an endnote in a PCL document, please use DocumentBuilder.InsertFootnote method. This method inserts a footnote or endnote into the document. EndnoteOptions and FootnoteOptions classes represent numbering options for footnote and endnote.

// load document
Document doc = new Document("input.DOC");
// initialize document builder
DocumentBuilder builder = new DocumentBuilder(doc);
// add text in it
builder.write("Some text");
// insert footnote
builder.insertFootnote(FootnoteType.ENDNOTE, "Endnote text.");
// initialize endnote options
EndnoteOptions option = doc.getEndnoteOptions();
// set restart rule
option.setRestartRule(FootnoteNumberingRule.RESTART_PAGE);
// set position
option.setPosition(EndnotePosition.END_OF_SECTION);
// save the document to disk.
doc.save("output.pcl", SaveFormat.PCL);  

Explore PDF Conversion Options with Android

Convert PDF to DOCM (Microsoft Word 2007 Marco File)
Convert PDF to DOT (Microsoft Word Template Files)
Convert PDF to DOTM (Microsoft Word 2007+ Template File)
Convert PDF to DOTX (Microsoft Word Template File)
Convert PDF to FLATOPC (Microsoft Word 2003 WordprocessingML)
Convert PDF to GIF (Graphical Interchange Format)
Convert PDF to MARKDOWN (Lightweight Markup Language)
Convert PDF to ODT (OpenDocument Text File Format)
Convert PDF to OTT (OpenDocument Template)
Convert PDF to PS (PostScript File)
Convert PDF to RTF (Rich Text Format)
Convert PDF to WORDML (Microsoft Word 2003 WordprocessingML)
Convert PDF to XAMLFLOW (Microsoft's Power Automate)
Convert PDF to CSV (Comma Seperated Values)
Convert PDF to DIF (Data Interchange Format)
Convert PDF to EXCEL (Spreadsheet File Formats)
Convert PDF to FODS (OpenDocument Flat XML Spreadsheet)
Convert PDF to MD (Markdown Language)
Convert PDF to ODS (OpenDocument Spreadsheet)
Convert PDF to SXC (StarOffice Calc Spreadsheet)
Convert PDF to TSV (Tab-separated Values)
Convert PDF to TXT (Text Document)
Convert PDF to XLAM (Excel Macro-Enabled Add-In)
Convert PDF to XLSB (Excel Binary Workbook)
Convert PDF to XLSM (Macro-enabled Spreadsheet)
Convert PDF to XLT (Excel 97 - 2003 Template)
Convert PDF to XLTM (Excel Macro-Enabled Template)
Convert PDF to XLTX (Excel Template)
Convert PDF to ODP (OpenDocument Presentation Format)
Convert PDF to OTP (OpenDocument Standard Format)
Convert PDF to POT (Microsoft PowerPoint Template Files)
Convert PDF to POTM (Microsoft PowerPoint Template File)
Convert PDF to POTX (Microsoft PowerPoint Template Presentation)
Convert PDF to POWERPOINT (Presentation Files)
Convert PDF to PPS (PowerPoint Slide Show)
Convert PDF to PPSM (Macro-enabled Slide Show)
Convert PDF to PPSX (PowerPoint Slide Show)
Convert PDF to PPT (PowerPoint Presentation)
Convert PDF to PPTM (Macro-enabled Presentation File)

What is PDF File Format?

PDF, or Portable Document Format, is a file format designed for presenting documents in a manner that remains consistent across various software applications, hardware devices, and operating systems. Each PDF file contains a comprehensive description of a fixed-layout document, encompassing text, fonts, graphics, and other necessary information for accurate display. Initially developed by Adobe Systems in the early 1990s, PDF served as a means to share computer documents while preserving text formatting and inline images.

PDF files are typically generated using software like Adobe Acrobat or similar PDF creation tools. Presently, PDF has become an open standard governed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). This standardization ensures compatibility and interoperability across different platforms and systems. To view PDF files, users can utilize free software such as Adobe Reader or other PDF viewers available.

One of the significant advantages of PDF is its platform independence, allowing seamless viewing and printing on a wide range of devices and operating systems. Regardless of the hardware or software used, the document’s layout and content will remain intact. This universal accessibility has contributed to the popularity of PDF as a preferred format for sharing and distributing documents across diverse platforms and systems.

PDF’s capability to encapsulate a complete document, including text, fonts, graphics, and formatting, makes it a reliable choice for various applications. Whether it’s sharing important reports, publishing e-books, distributing forms, or delivering professional presentations, PDF ensures consistent document rendering and reliable preservation of content across different environments.

What is PCL File Format?

PCL (Printer Command Language) is a page description language used primarily in the printing industry to control and format the output of printers and other imaging devices. It was developed by Hewlett-Packard (HP) and has become a widely adopted standard for printing in various environments.

PCL files contain a series of commands and instructions that describe the layout, fonts, graphics, and other elements of a printed page. These commands are interpreted by the printer to generate the desired output. PCL supports both text and graphics, allowing for the printing of complex documents with different fonts, colors, and graphical elements.

One of the key advantages of PCL is its device independence. PCL commands are designed to be understood by a wide range of printers, regardless of their make or model. This means that PCL files can be easily transferred between different printers or printed on various devices without the need for extensive modifications.

PCL files are typically created by software applications or print drivers that generate the PCL commands based on the content to be printed. They can be generated from various sources, including word processors, desktop publishing software, or directly from operating systems.

PCL has evolved over time, with different versions and enhancements introduced to support new features and technologies. The latest version, PCL 6, includes advanced imaging capabilities, color management, and support for industry-standard graphics formats.

Although PCL is widely supported in the printing industry, it is gradually being replaced by other page description languages, such as PostScript and PDF, which offer more advanced features and greater compatibility with modern printing technologies.