Convert JSON Format to PPSM via C#
C# API to parse JSON to PPSM without using Microsoft® PowerPoint
Converting JSON to PPSM within any .NET, C#, ASP.NET and VB.NET application is a simple two-step process. The first step is to use Aspose.Cells for .NET to parse the JSON into a PPTX file. The second step is to use Aspose.Slides for .NET to convert the PPTX file into a PPSM file. Both of these APIs are part of the Aspose.Total for .NET package.
Using Aspose.Cells for .NET, you can easily parse JSON into a PPTX file. The API provides a wide range of features, such as the ability to read and write data from and to various file formats, including JSON, Excel, and PowerPoint. It also provides support for various features, such as formatting, charts, and pivot tables.
Once the JSON has been parsed into a PPTX file, Aspose.Slides for .NET can be used to convert the PPTX file into a PPSM file. This API provides a wide range of features, such as the ability to read and write data from and to various file formats, including PPTX, PPSM, and PPT. It also provides support for various features, such as animations, transitions, and shapes.
By using Aspose.Total for .NET, you can easily convert JSON to PPSM within any .NET, C#, ASP.NET and VB.NET application. This package provides access to all the APIs in the Aspose.Cells and Aspose.Slides suites, allowing you to easily parse JSON into a PPTX file and then convert it into a PPSM file. With this package, you can quickly and easily convert JSON to PPSM within any .NET application.
Convert JSON Format to PPSM 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 PPSM format using Save method
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Install from the command line as nuget install Aspose.Total or via Package Manager Console of Visual Studio.
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Set Layout and Convert JSON Format to PPSM via C#
While parsing JSON to PPSM, 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 PPSM with Watermark
Using the API, you can also convert JSON to PPSM with watermark. In order to add a watermark to your PPSM 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 PPSM.
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 PPSM File Format?
The PPSM file format is an extension used by Microsoft PowerPoint to save presentations with embedded macros. It is an evolution of the PPSX file format, which is commonly used for PowerPoint slideshow presentations. The “M” in PPSM stands for “macro-enabled”, indicating that the file supports the execution of macros within the presentation.
PPSM files allow for interactive and dynamic content in PowerPoint presentations through the use of macros, which are sets of instructions or commands that automate tasks or add functionality. Macros can be created using Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) and provide advanced capabilities such as interactive buttons, automated actions, and custom functions.
When a PPSM file is opened, PowerPoint enables the execution of macros, allowing the presentation to respond to user interactions or perform predefined actions. This enables the creation of interactive slideshows and enhances the overall user experience.
The PPSM format is particularly useful for creating self-running presentations, kiosk displays, or interactive training modules. By incorporating macros, presenters can automate processes, trigger specific actions, or customize the behavior of the presentation based on user input.
It’s important to note that due to the potential security risks associated with macros, some organizations may have security settings in place that restrict the execution of macros in PowerPoint files. Therefore, when sharing PPSM files, it’s essential to ensure that recipients are aware of the macro functionality and have appropriate security settings enabled.