Frequently Asked Questions | Aspose.Page for Java

Q: What is Aspose.Page for Java used for?

A: Aspose.Page is a library designed for working with XPS and PostScript (EPS/PS) documents. The Solution lets Java developers seamlessly integrate XPS and PostScript document processing into their applications. This can be useful for tasks like generating reports, archiving documents, or building document management systems.

Q: What formats does Aspose.Page for Java support?

A: It supports PS, XPS, EPS, and OXPS as input and PS, EPS, PDF, PNG, JPEG, TIFF, EMF, WMF, and BMP formats as output.

Q: How to convert files within Aspose.Page for Java?

A: Aspose.Page allows you to convert XPS and EPS/PS documents into more widely used formats like PDF and various image formats (JPEG, PNG, etc.). The conversion process is really simple. You need to take only a few steps!

Set the path to the documents directory and initialize the document name.
Use PdfSaveOptions(or ImageSaveOptions if you convert to an image format) to specify ImageFormat, Size, AdditionalFontsFolder and SuppressError values.
Create the rendering device for the output file, and save the file in this format.

To see more examples, please visit Convertion guides.

Q: Can developers use Aspose.Page for Java to create and edit XPS documents?

A: Yes, developers can build new XPS documents from scratch or modify existing ones. This includes adding, removing, or manipulating elements within the document.

Q: Does Aspose.Page API Solution let developers work with document pages and elements?

A: Absolutely! The library provides tools to manipulate individual pages within the document, allowing for targeted editing and customization. You can also manage document elements like vector graphics and shapes.

Q: Can I add text to PS file using this API for Java?

A: Aspose.Page allows you to add text to PostScript documents. The functionality is fully described in the working with Text in PS file programmatically. With it, you can add, edit and get it.

Q: How to install Aspose.Page Package from Maven?

A: You can download its latest version directly from Aspose Maven Repository and install it within your Maven-based project by adding the following configurations to the pom.xml:

1    <repository>
2        <id>snapshots</id>
3        <name>repo</name>
4        <url>http://repository.aspose.com/repo/</url>
5    </repository>

1    <dependency>
2        <groupId>com.aspose</groupId>
3        <artifactId>aspose-page</artifactId>
4        <version>21.4</version>
5    </dependency>

Q: What are the system requirements of Aspose.Page for Java?

A: Go to the System Requirements page to get the actual information about operating systems and development environments needed to deal Aspose.Page for Java.

Q: Where can I learn more about the Page Description Language formats supported by the API?

A: Go to Introduction to Page Description Languages chapter which is a complete and resourceful knowledge base about the most popular PDL formats, their peculiarities, structure, and comparison.

Q: Can I combine several PS or XPS files into a single one?

A: Aspose.Page for Java PS allows to [merge PostScript (PS) files to PDF document](Merge PostScript files to PDF). The logic is the same as in conversion to PDF.

Q: Can I add an image on an XPS page?

A: To understand how to work with images and shapes of XPS files go to the Using XPS graphic utilities article that explains the functionality and provides you with the needed code examples.

Q: Can I try the Solution before purchasing it?

A: Yes, you can easily download Aspose.Page for Java product for evaluation purposes. Evaluation version of Aspose.Page (without a license specified) provides full product functionality except for some evaluation limitations.

If you want to try it out without evaluation limitations, request a 30-day temporary license.

Q: Where can I get help if I face any issues with the Solution?

A: Check the Aspose Forum for answers or add a new topic with your issue if you did not find the one suitable for your problem.

Q: Can I convert imageі to EPS?

A: Aspose.Page API Solution lets you do this. This code snippet shows you this easy-to-do task on the example of BMP to EPS conversion.

1// Set the path to the documents directory.
2String dataDir = getDataDir();
3
4// Create default options
5PsSaveOptions options = new PsSaveOptions();
6
7// Save the BMP image to the EPS file
8PsDocument.saveImageAsEps(dataDir + "input1.bmp", dataDir + "output1.eps", options);

Q: Where can I see the functionality of this API Solution implemented in web applications?

A: Check our web solutions to convert, view, and merge PS, EPS, XPS, and OXPS files and crop and resize EPS files. They are the brightest examples you can use the API for developing your own products.

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