Import From Data into PDF using Ruby

Import form data stored in FDF format into a PDF form

Import From Data into PDF features

The Ruby SDK for importing FDF form data into the PDF containing a corresponding form. FDF file format is a standardized format for exporting form data from PDF documents. The PDF form structure must match the FDF data structure. This converter sets the values from the FDF file into the corresponding PDF form fields.

ConvertAPI Ruby library install

ConvertAPI provides a Ruby Gem that allows you to perform a Import From Data into PDF conversion with just a few lines of code. First, install the ConvertAPI Ruby SDK:

        Add this line to your application's Gemfile:
    
gem 'convert_api'

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Authenticate your Ruby library

You can obtain your secret key by signing up for a free account. Once you sign up, you'll receive 250 free conversions instantly! Grab your authentication secret from the account dashboard, and authenticate the ConvertAPI Ruby library like this:

# get your secret key here: https://www.convertapi.com/a/auth


        ConvertApi.configure do |config|
        

           config.api_secret = 'your-api-secret'
        

        end

Import From Data into PDF using Ruby in no time!

Once you have your authentication in place, simply copy-paste this pdf to fdf-import conversion code snippet into your Ruby project:

// Code snippet is using the ConvertAPI JavaScript Client: https://github.com/ConvertAPI/convertapi-js

// Code snippet is using the ConvertAPI Node.js Client: https://github.com/ConvertAPI/convertapi-nodejs

// Code snippet is using the ConvertAPI PHP Client: https://github.com/ConvertAPI/convertapi-php

// Code snippet is using the ConvertAPI Java Client: https://github.com/ConvertAPI/convertapi-java

// Code snippet is using the ConvertAPI C# Client: https://github.com/ConvertAPI/convertapi-dotnet

# Code snippet is using the ConvertAPI Ruby Client: https://github.com/ConvertAPI/convertapi-ruby

# Code snippet is using the ConvertAPI Python Client: https://github.com/ConvertAPI/convertapi-python

// Code snippet is using the ConvertAPI Go Client: https://github.com/ConvertAPI/convertapi-go

REM Code snippet is using the command line utility program: https://github.com/ConvertAPI/convertapi-cli

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Conversion parameters

Password String

Sets the password to open protected documents.

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