C# API to Render PDF to XLAM
Export PDF File to XLAM via C# without using Microsoft® Excel or Adobe® Acrobat Reader
Aspose.Total for .NET is a comprehensive suite of APIs that enables developers to easily convert PDF files to XLAM within any .NET, C#, ASP.NET and VB.NET applications. This suite of APIs provides a powerful and reliable solution for developers to quickly and efficiently convert PDF files to XLAM.
The process of converting PDF to XLAM involves two steps. Firstly, Aspose.PDF for .NET is used to export PDF to XLSX. This API provides a wide range of features to manipulate PDF documents, such as creating, editing, converting, and printing PDF files. It also supports a variety of formats, including PDF, XPS, TIFF, HTML, and more.
Once the PDF file is converted to XLSX, Aspose.Cells for .NET Spreadsheet Programming API is used to convert XLSX to XLAM. This API provides a comprehensive set of features to manipulate spreadsheets, such as creating, editing, formatting, and printing spreadsheets. It also supports a variety of formats, including XLSX, XLSM, XLSB, XLAM, and more.
By using Aspose.Total for .NET, developers can easily and quickly convert PDF files to XLAM within any .NET, C#, ASP.NET and VB.NET applications. This suite of APIs provides a reliable and efficient solution for developers to quickly and easily convert PDF files to XLAM.
.NET API to Convert PDF to XLAM
Conversion Requirements
Install from command line as nuget install Aspose.Total or via Package Manager Console of Visual Studio with Install-Package Aspose.Total.
Alternatively, get the offline MSI installer or DLLs in a ZIP file from downloads .
Convert Protected PDF to XLAM via C#
If your PDF document is password protected, you cannot convert it to XLAM without the password. Using the API, you can first open the protected document using a valid password and convert it after it. In order to open the encrypted file, you can initialize a new instance of the Document class and pass the filename and password as arguments.
Convert PDF File to XLAM with Watermark via C#
While converting PDF file to XLAM, you can also add watermark to your output XLAM file format. In order to add a watermark, you can create a new Workbook object and open the converted XLSX document, select Worksheet via its index, create a Shape and use its AddTextEffect function. After that you can save your XLSX document as XLAM with Watermark.
Explore PDF Conversion Options with .NET
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 XLAM File Format?
The XLAM (Excel Add-in) file format is a specialized file format used in Microsoft Excel to store and distribute add-ins, which are additional functionalities or customizations that extend the capabilities of Excel. An XLAM file contains VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) code, macros, custom functions, and other elements that can enhance and automate Excel’s functionality.
XLAM files are designed to be loaded as add-ins within Excel, providing users with additional features and tools that are not available by default. These add-ins can be created by users or developers to streamline repetitive tasks, perform complex calculations, create custom functions, or interact with external systems and data sources.
One of the advantages of the XLAM format is its portability and ease of distribution. Once an XLAM file is created, it can be easily shared with others, allowing them to install and use the add-in in their own Excel environment. This makes it convenient for teams or organizations to standardize their workflows and share custom functionalities across multiple users.
XLAM files can be loaded into Excel by navigating to the “Add-ins” section in the Excel options and selecting the desired add-in file. Once loaded, the add-in’s functionality becomes available within Excel, providing users with additional features, menus, or toolbars tailored to their specific needs.