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PDFme is a JavaScript library for creating, editing, and filling PDF forms in web browsers and Node.js environments.
Code Example
import { Template } from '@pdfme/generator';
const template = new Template({
basePdf: 'path/to/base.pdf',
schemas: [{ name: 'name', type: 'text', x: 10, y: 10, width: 100, height: 20 }]
});
Pros
- PDFme offers a comprehensive solution for both PDF form creation and filling, unlike react-pdf-viewer which focuses primarily on viewing.
- It provides a more lightweight and focused approach compared to embedpdf/embed-pdf-viewer, which is a full-featured PDF viewer and editor.
- PDFme supports both client-side and server-side PDF manipulation, offering greater flexibility than browser-only solutions.
Cons
- PDFme may have a steeper learning curve compared to simpler viewing-focused libraries like react-pdf-viewer.
- It lacks some advanced viewing features that embedpdf/embed-pdf-viewer provides, such as annotations and commenting.
- PDFme's documentation and community support may be less extensive compared to more established PDF libraries.
react-pdf-viewer/react-pdf-viewer is a React component for viewing PDF documents with a customizable UI and extensive features.
Code Example
import { Viewer } from '@react-pdf-viewer/core';
import '@react-pdf-viewer/core/lib/styles/index.css';
<Viewer fileUrl="/path/to/document.pdf" />
Pros
- Offers a wide range of built-in plugins for enhanced functionality, such as thumbnails, bookmarks, and search.
- Provides excellent documentation and examples, making it easier for developers to implement and customize.
- Supports both client-side and server-side rendering, offering flexibility for different use cases.
Cons
- May have a steeper learning curve compared to simpler PDF viewers due to its extensive feature set.
- Requires additional setup and configuration for more advanced features, which might be unnecessary for basic use cases.
- Has a larger bundle size compared to lightweight alternatives, potentially impacting load times for smaller projects.
embedpdf/embed-pdf-viewer is a lightweight JavaScript library for embedding PDF viewers into web pages.
Code Example
import { EmbedPdfViewer } from 'embed-pdf-viewer';
const viewer = new EmbedPdfViewer('#container', 'path/to/document.pdf');
viewer.render();
Pros
- Simpler setup and usage compared to react-pdf-viewer, which requires React.
- Lighter weight and faster loading than pdfme, which includes more advanced features.
- More customizable appearance than the default browser PDF viewer.
Cons
- Lacks advanced form-filling capabilities offered by pdfme.
- Fewer built-in UI components compared to react-pdf-viewer.
- May have limited browser compatibility compared to more established libraries.
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pdfme
Open-source PDF generation library built with TypeScript and React. Features a WYSIWYG template designer, PDF viewer, and powerful generation capabilities. Create custom PDFs effortlessly in both browser and Node.js environments.
react-pdf-viewer
A React component to view a PDF document
embed-pdf-viewer
A PDF viewer that seamlessly integrates with any JavaScript project
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