fraserxu/electron-pdf

Generate PDFs from javascript project file instead of CLI

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#183 opened on Mar 28, 2017

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Question: I know this specifically says it's a CLI tool, but is it possible to generate PDFs from a javascript file within the project instead (i.e. what the BrowserWindow loads)? I ask because my Electron app dynamically configures information based on the user's selections and then compiles a summary report PDF once an event is triggered by the user. Additionally, the app will be packaged with electron-packager.

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Check the main export of the package to see if there is a JavaScript API for PDF generation. Look at the source code, especially the index.js or similar entry point, to determine if it can be imported and called programmatically.
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javascriptnodejselectron
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toolingapi
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1
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JavaScriptNode.js
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80