XML to PDF Converter
Transform XML data into professional PDF documents with customizable page format and orientation
XML Input
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About XML to PDF Converter
Convert XML data to professional PDF documents with customizable page format, orientation, and styling. Perfect for reports, documentation, and data presentation.
Key Features
- Multiple Page Formats: A4, Letter, and Legal sizes
- Page Orientation: Portrait or Landscape layout
- Live Preview: See your table before generating PDF
- Professional Styling: Clean table design with headers and alternating rows
- Header Support: Optional header row with distinct styling
- Copy HTML: Copy the generated HTML table markup
- High Quality: Vector-based PDF generation for crisp output
How to Use
- Input XML Data: Paste your XML data or upload an .xml file
- Configure Options: Choose page format, orientation, and header settings
- Preview: Review the table layout in the preview panel
- Generate PDF: Click "Download PDF" to create and save your document
Page Format Options
- A4: 210 × 297 mm (International standard)
- Letter: 8.5 × 11 inches (US standard)
- Legal: 8.5 × 14 inches (US legal documents)
Example Conversion
XML Input:
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<products>
<product>
<id>1</id>
<name>Laptop</name>
<price>999.99</price>
<category>Electronics</category>
</product>
<product>
<id>2</id>
<name>Mouse</name>
<price>24.99</price>
<category>Accessories</category>
</product>
</products> Result: A professional PDF document with a formatted table containing the data.
Common Use Cases
- Reports: Generate data reports from XML sources
- Documentation: Create technical documentation with data tables
- Invoices: Convert XML invoice data to printable PDFs
- Data Presentation: Present structured data in professional format
- Archival: Archive XML data in portable PDF format
- Sharing: Share data in universally readable format
- Printing: Create print-ready documents from XML data
Styling Features
- Purple Header: Distinctive purple background for headers (#f3e8ff)
- Alternating Rows: Zebra striping for better readability
- Professional Fonts: Inter and system fonts for clean appearance
- Proper Spacing: Optimized padding and margins
- Border Styling: Clean borders for table structure
XML Structure Requirements
- Root Element: Single root element containing row elements
- Row Elements: Direct children of root represent table rows
- Column Elements: Children of row elements represent columns
- Consistent Structure: All rows should have the same column structure
PDF Generation Technology
The converter uses modern web technologies:
- html2pdf.js: Converts HTML to PDF in the browser
- jsPDF: PDF generation library
- html2canvas: Renders HTML to canvas for high-quality output
- Client-Side Processing: All conversion happens in your browser
Tips for Best Results
- Column Width: Keep column content concise for better fit
- Landscape Mode: Use for tables with many columns
- Portrait Mode: Best for tables with fewer columns
- Page Format: Choose based on your region and use case
- Preview First: Always check the preview before generating PDF
Privacy & Security
All conversions happen locally in your browser. Your XML data is never uploaded to any server, ensuring complete privacy and security.
