Export OFT to PS via .NET
.NET API to Render OFT to PS on Windows, macOS, and Linux without using Word or Outlook
As a .NET developer, you may need to add OFT to PS conversion features to your applications. To do this, you can use the powerful file format manipulation APIs provided by Aspose.Total for .NET. Aspose.Email for .NET is a powerful API that allows you to convert OFT file format to HTML. After that, you can use Aspose.Words for .NET to render HTML to PS.
Aspose.Total for .NET is a suite of APIs that provides a comprehensive set of file format manipulation features. It includes APIs for manipulating documents, images, emails, and other file formats. With Aspose.Total for .NET, you can easily convert, create, and manipulate various file formats. It also provides features for creating, editing, and converting documents, images, emails, and other file formats.
Aspose.Email for .NET is a powerful API that allows you to convert OFT file format to HTML. It provides features for creating, editing, and converting emails. It also provides features for managing email messages, attachments, and other email-related tasks. With Aspose.Email for .NET, you can easily convert OFT file format to HTML.
Aspose.Words for .NET is a powerful API that allows you to render HTML to PS. It provides features for creating, editing, and converting documents. It also provides features for managing document elements, formatting, and other document-related tasks. With Aspose.Words for .NET, you can easily render HTML to PS.
By using Aspose.Total for .NET, Aspose.Email for .NET, and Aspose.Words for .NET, you can easily add OFT to PS conversion features to your applications. These powerful APIs provide a comprehensive set of features for manipulating various file formats. With these APIs, you can easily convert, create, and manipulate documents, images, emails, and other file formats.
C# API to Convert OFT to PS
- Open OFT file using MailMessage class
- Convert OFT to HTML by using Save method
- Load HTML by using Document class
- Save the document to PS format using Save method and set Ps as SaveFormat
Get Started with .NET File Format APIs
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Alternatively, get the offline MSI installer or DLLs in a ZIP file from downloads .
MailMessage message = MailMessage.Load("sourceFile.oft");
// save OFT as a HTML
message.Save("HtmlOutput.html", SaveOptions.DefaultHtml);
// load HTML with an instance of Document
Document document = new Document("HtmlOutput.html");
// call save method while passing SaveFormat.Ps
document.Save("output.ps", SaveFormat.Ps);
Parse OFT File via .NET
Before converting OFT to PS, if you want to make sure that you are converting the correct email, you can load OFT document, parse it and have a look at your desired property. By using MapiMessage class of Aspose.Email for .NET API, you can get sender and recipients information. For example, you can check for a specific sender email for the conversion by using SenderName property.
var outlookMessageFile = MapiMessage.FromFile("message.oft");
// check for SenderName
if(outlookMessageFile.SenderName == "John"){
//proceed with conversion process
}
Restrict PS Document Editing via .NET
While saving the document from OFT to PS, you might need to protect your output document. Sometimes you may need to limit the ability to edit a document and only allow certain actions with it. This can be useful to prevent other people from editing sensitive and confidential information in your document. Aspose.Words for .NET API, enables you to control the way you restrict the content using the ProtectionType enumeration parameter. You can set your document to read-only by using the following lines of code.
Document document = new Document("HtmlOutput.html");
// apply document protection and set protection password
doc.Protect(ProtectionType.ReadOnly, "password");
// call save method while passing SaveFormat.Ps
document.Save("output.ps", SaveFormat.Ps);
Explore OFT Conversion Options with .NET
What is OFT File Format?
The OFT file format is associated with Microsoft Outlook and is used for creating email message templates. OFT stands for Outlook Form Template. It is a file format that allows users to design and save pre-formatted email templates with specific layouts, formatting, and content.
OFT files are typically used when users want to create consistent and standardized email messages for repetitive tasks or common communications. They can include placeholders for variables such as recipient names or subject lines, making it easier to personalize the template for individual recipients.
When an OFT file is opened in Microsoft Outlook, it creates a new email message based on the template design. Users can then customize the content, add or remove recipients, and make any necessary modifications before sending the email.
OFT files are particularly useful for businesses or individuals who frequently send similar types of emails, such as newsletters, announcements, or responses to common inquiries. By using OFT templates, users can save time and ensure consistency in their email communications.
It’s important to note that OFT files can only be opened and used with Microsoft Outlook. Other email clients or applications may not support this file format. Additionally, when sharing OFT templates with others, it is essential to ensure that they are using Microsoft Outlook to utilize the template properly.
What is PS File Format?
The PS (PostScript) file format is a page description language developed by Adobe Systems. It is commonly used for printing and is supported by a wide range of printers and imaging devices. PS files contain instructions that describe how elements such as text, images, and graphics should be rendered on a printed page.
PS files are created by applications that generate PostScript output, such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, or other graphics software. They are primarily used in professional printing workflows, where high-quality and consistent output is required.
The PS file format is based on a stack-based programming language, where commands and operands are placed on a stack and executed in a sequential manner. This allows for precise control over page layout, typography, color, and other printing parameters.
PS files are typically text-based and can be opened and edited with a text editor. They consist of a series of ASCII characters that represent the PostScript code. The code describes the arrangement and appearance of objects on a page, including text positioning, image placement, and graphical transformations.
While PS files are primarily used for printing, they can also be converted to other formats for digital distribution or further processing. For example, PS files can be converted to PDF (Portable Document Format) files, which are widely supported and can be easily viewed and printed on various devices.