jsPDF is a JavaScript library for generating PDF documents in web browsers and Node.js.
The library lets applications create PDF files programmatically, with control over page size, orientation and measurement units. It supports browser, Node.js, ES module and UMD environments.
jsPDF supports custom TrueType fonts for UTF-8 text. It also provides compatibility and advanced API modes, with the latter offering features such as transformation matrices, patterns and FormObjects.
This is free and open source software.
Key Features
- Generate PDF documents in browsers and Node.js.
- Control page dimensions, orientation and measurement units.
- Use custom TrueType fonts for UTF-8 text.
- Supports ES modules, UMD and Node.js module formats.
- Offers advanced features including patterns, FormObjects and transformation matrices.
Website: github.com/parallax/jsPDF
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Developer: James Hall and yWorks GmbH
License: MIT License
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