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Input

NameDescriptionRequired
Import OptionsChoose the input source, either Upload a File or Import PDF from URL.Yes

Upload a File

NameDescriptionRequired
DataUpload a file using raw binary data from another module. Note: This requires additional credits as it first uploads to PDF.co Temporary Files Storage.Yes
Output File NameSpecify a custom file name for the output file.No

Import PDF from URL

NameDescriptionRequired
URLProvide the URL to the source PDF document, or a filetoken:// link from PDF.co Built-In Files Storage. If you use another cloud service such as Google Drive or Dropbox ensure the link is publicly accessible. Leave empty to create a new PDF file.No
Output File NameSpecify a custom file name for the output file.No

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Parameters

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Form Field

NameDescriptionRequired
XDetermine the X coordinate for text placement. Use PDF.co PDF Inspector to find or measure PDF coordinates.Yes
YSpecify the Y coordinate. Use PDF.co PDF Inspector to find or measure PDF coordinates.Yes
TypeChoose the object type: text input control, multiline text input, or checkboxes.Yes
IdOptional. For input fields (text fields or checkboxes), set the field name (or id).Yes
WidthDefine the width of the text box. Coordinates start at the top left (use the provided viewer to measure coordinates).No
HeightDefine the height of the text box. Coordinates start at the top left (use the provided viewer to measure coordinates).No
TextEnter the text for the text object. Macros like line breaks (\n or {{$$newLine}}) or page numbers ({{$$PageNumber}}) can be inserted.No
PagesDefault is 0 (first page). Use comma-separated ranges for multiple pages like 0,1-2,5,7-. 7- means from the 7th to the last page. Negative pages like -2 for second last page.No

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Text

NameDescriptionRequired
XDetermine the X coordinate for text placement. Use PDF.co PDF Inspector to find or measure PDF coordinates.Yes
YSpecify the Y coordinate. Use PDF.co PDF Inspector to find or measure PDF coordinates.Yes
TextEnter the text for the text object. Macros like line breaks (\n or {{$$newLine}}) or page numbers ({{$$PageNumber}}) can be inserted.No
PagesDefault is 0 (first page). Use comma-separated ranges for multiple pages like 0,1-2,5,7-. 7- means from the 7th to the last page. Negative pages like -2 for second last page.No
Font SizeSpecify the font size for the text.No
Font ItalicSet the text to italic style.No
Font BoldSet the text to bold style.No
Font StrikeoutAdd a strikeout effect to the text.No
Font UnderlineUnderline the text.No
Font NameSpecify the font name.No
Font ColorSet the font color using HTML color codes, e.g., CCBBAA.No
LinkAdd an optional clickable link (starting with http://, https://, mailto:name@example.com, etc.).No
TransparentSet the text background as transparent.No
WidthDefine the width of the text box. Coordinates start at the top left (use the provided viewer to measure coordinates).No
HeightDefine the height of the text box. Coordinates start at the top left (use the provided viewer to measure coordinates).No
AlignmentSet text alignment as Center, Right, or Left. Default is Center.No

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Images

NameDescriptionRequired
XDetermine the X coordinate for text placement. Use PDF.co PDF Inspector to find or measure PDF coordinates.Yes
YSpecify the Y coordinate. Use PDF.co PDF Inspector to find or measure PDF coordinates.Yes
URL to the source image.Provide a URL to the image, a base64 encoded image, or a filetoken:// link from PDF.co Built-In Files Storage.Yes
Pages or pages range.Default is 0 (first page). Use comma-separated ranges for multiple pages like 0,1-2,5,7-. 7- means from the 7th to the last page. Negative pages like -2 for second last page.No
LinkOptional link (http://, https://, mailto:info@example.com or similar) to open on click.No
WidthSpecify the width for the image. Leave empty for automatic detection.No
HeightSpecify the height for the image. Leave empty for automatic detection.No
NameDescriptionRequired
Template DataUse optional JSON data to reference inside annotations and fields, for example, [[variable1]] with JSON data like { 'variable1': 'hey hey'}.No
Execution ModeSelect Sync for small tasks up to 10 seconds. Choose Async for standard jobs, or Async For Large Docs for tasks over 30 seconds. Use Job Check module for retrieving results in large tasks.No
ProfilesAdd custom options for the process in a JSON string format. See API Profiles for more details.No
Output Links ExpirationSet the expiration time in minutes for output links. Default is 60 minutes. Increase this limit with a Business Plan or higher, see plans here for details.No
Export TypeChoose between Download a File or JSON Output. Default is Download a File.No

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Integrating External File Sources

Streamline your Make workflows with external file sources like Google Drive and Dropbox using their unique actions. Discover efficient integration strategies in our guide: File Source Integrations in Make.

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Output

NameDescription
urlThis is the temporary URL provided by the PDF.co file server.
DataRepresents the output binary data. This data is generated only when the Export Type option is set to Download a File.
StatusIndicates the response status code. A success status is returned if the operation is successful.
Page CountThe total number of pages in the output PDF.
outputLinkValidTillSpecifies the timestamp until which the url remains accessible.
errorProvides details about any errors encountered during the process, if applicable.
nameThe designated name of the output file.
Job IdA unique identifier assigned to the job.
creditsThe amount of credits utilized for the process.
Remaining CreditsDisplays the balance of credits available in your account.
durationThe duration of time the process took to complete.