Convert TXT to PDF

Introduction

In today’s digital era, the ability to manipulate document formats programmatically is essential for many software applications. Whether you’re building a document management system, an online editor, or simply need to convert files from one format to another, having a reliable and efficient conversion tool is crucial. One such tool that stands out is GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET.

Prerequisites

Before diving into the conversion process using GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET, there are a few prerequisites you need to have in place:

1. Obtain GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET

First and foremost, you need to have GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET installed in your development environment. You can download the library from the website here.

2. Familiarity with .NET Framework

You should have a basic understanding of the .NET Framework and C# programming language to effectively utilize GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET.

3. Integrated Development Environment (IDE)

Ensure that you have an IDE such as Visual Studio installed on your system for writing and executing the code examples.

4. Source File

Have a sample TXT file ready that you want to convert to PDF. You can use any text file for this demonstration.

Import Namespaces

Before you start the conversion process, make sure to import the necessary namespaces in your C# code. These namespaces provide access to the classes and methods required for file conversion.

using System;
using System.IO;
using GroupDocs.Conversion.Options.Convert;

Now that you have everything set up, let’s break down the process of converting a TXT file to PDF using GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET into multiple steps:

Step 1: Define Output Folder and File Path

string outputFolder = "Your Document Directory";
string outputFile = Path.Combine(outputFolder, "txt-converted-to.pdf");

Ensure to specify the directory where you want to save the converted PDF file.

Step 2: Load the Source TXT File

using (var converter = new GroupDocs.Conversion.Converter(Constants.SAMPLE_TXT))
{
    // Conversion code goes here
}

Initialize a new instance of the Converter class and provide the path to the source TXT file.

Step 3: Configure Conversion Options

var options = new PdfConvertOptions();

Create an instance of the PdfConvertOptions class to specify any additional settings for the PDF conversion, if needed.

Step 4: Perform Conversion

converter.Convert(outputFile, options);

Invoke the Convert method of the Converter class, passing the output file path and conversion options as parameters.

Step 5: Display Conversion Completion Message

Console.WriteLine("\nConversion to PDF completed successfully. \nCheck output in {0}", outputFolder);

Inform the user that the conversion process has been successfully completed and indicate the location where the converted PDF file is saved.

Conclusion

GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET provides a powerful and straightforward solution for converting documents between various formats. By following the step-by-step guide outlined above, you can effortlessly convert TXT files to PDF format in your .NET applications.

FAQ’s

Can GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET convert files to formats other than PDF?

Yes, GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET supports a wide range of formats including DOCX, XLSX, PPTX, HTML, and more.

Is GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET compatible with all .NET frameworks?

GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET is compatible with .NET Framework 4.6.1 and later versions.

Can I customize the conversion options according to my requirements?

Absolutely, GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET provides extensive customization options to tailor the conversion process to your specific needs.

Does GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET offer batch conversion capabilities?

Yes, you can batch convert multiple files simultaneously using GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET.

Is there any community or support forum available for GroupDocs products?

Yes, you can visit the GroupDocs support forum here for any assistance or queries related to GroupDocs.Conversion for .NET.