Convert JSON Format to POTM via C#
C# API to parse JSON to POTM without using Microsoft® PowerPoint
Using Aspose.Total for .NET, you can easily convert JSON to POTM within any .NET, C#, ASP.NET and VB.NET application. This package includes two powerful APIs, Aspose.Cells for .NET and Aspose.Slides for .NET, which can be used to parse JSON to PPTX and then convert PPTX to POTM respectively.
The process of converting JSON to POTM is quite simple and can be done in two steps. Firstly, you need to use Aspose.Cells for .NET to parse JSON to PPTX. This API provides a wide range of features to work with spreadsheets, such as creating, editing, and converting spreadsheets. It also supports a variety of formats, including JSON, XLSX, XLS, CSV, ODS, and more.
Once you have parsed JSON to PPTX, you can use Aspose.Slides for .NET to convert PPTX to POTM. This API provides a comprehensive set of features to work with presentations, such as creating, editing, and converting presentations. It also supports a variety of formats, including PPTX, PPT, POTX, POT, ODP, and more.
By using Aspose.Total for .NET, you can easily convert JSON to POTM within any .NET, C#, ASP.NET and VB.NET application. This package includes two powerful APIs, Aspose.Cells for .NET and Aspose.Slides for .NET, which can be used to parse JSON to PPTX and then convert PPTX to POTM respectively. The process is simple and straightforward, and can be completed in just two steps.
Convert JSON Format to POTM via C#
- Create a new Workbook object and read valid JSON data from file
- Import JSON file to worksheet using JsonUtility class and Save it as PPTX
- Load PPTX document by using Presentation class
- Save the document to POTM format using Save method
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Set Layout and Convert JSON Format to POTM via C#
While parsing JSON to POTM, you can also set layout options for your JSON format using JsonLayoutOptions . It allows you to process array as a table, ignore nulls, ignore array title, ignore object title, convert string to number or date, set date and number format, and set title style. All of these options allow you to present your data as per your needs. The following code snippet shows you how to set the layout options.
Convert JSON Format to POTM with Watermark
Using the API, you can also convert JSON to POTM with watermark. In order to add a watermark to your POTM document, you can first parse JSON to PPTX and add a watermark to it. In order to add a watermark, load the newly created PPTX file using the Presentation class, select the master presentation, add shape type using AddAutoShape, and add watermark text using AddTextFrame. After adding the watermark, you can save the document to POTM.
Explore JSON Conversion Options with .NET
What is JSON File Format?
The JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) file format is a lightweight and widely used data interchange format. It was derived from the JavaScript programming language but is now language-independent and supported by various programming languages. JSON files store data in a structured and readable format, making them easy to understand and process by both humans and machines.
JSON files consist of key-value pairs organized in a hierarchical structure. They represent data in a simple and intuitive way using objects (enclosed in curly braces {}) and arrays (enclosed in square brackets []). Each key is paired with a corresponding value, which can be a string, number, boolean, null, object, or array. This flexibility allows JSON to handle complex and nested data structures.
One of the main advantages of JSON is its simplicity and ease of use. Its lightweight nature and minimal syntax make it efficient for data transmission over networks and storage in files. JSON files are commonly used for data exchange between web servers and clients, as well as for configuration files, APIs, and storing structured data.
JSON files are human-readable and can be easily understood and modified using a text editor. They are also machine-readable, allowing applications to parse and process JSON data efficiently. Many programming languages provide built-in libraries or packages for working with JSON, simplifying the parsing and serialization of JSON data.
What is POTM File Format?
POTM is a file format used in Microsoft PowerPoint to store presentation templates that also include macros. Similar to the POTX format, POTM files are part of the Office Open XML (OOXML) format introduced in PowerPoint 2007.
The “M” in POTM stands for macros, indicating that these templates can contain VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) code that automates tasks and enhances the functionality of the presentation. This allows users to create dynamic and interactive templates that go beyond static design elements.
POTM files offer the same benefits as POTX files in terms of providing pre-designed slide layouts, formatting, and styles. However, the inclusion of macros adds an extra layer of interactivity and automation to the templates. Macros can perform tasks such as data manipulation, calculations, slide transitions, and user interactions, making presentations more engaging and efficient.
To use a POTM file, users can open it in PowerPoint or select it as a template when creating a new presentation. The macros embedded in the POTM template can be executed and interacted with during the presentation, providing enhanced functionality beyond what is possible with a standard template.
It’s important to note that due to security concerns, some systems and organizations may have restrictions on running macros in PowerPoint presentations. In such cases, users may need to adjust their security settings or obtain necessary permissions to enable the execution of macros in POTM files.
POTM files are compatible with different versions of PowerPoint on various platforms, allowing users to create and share templates with macros across different devices and environments. They provide a powerful tool for creating interactive and automated presentations, offering greater flexibility and customization options for users.