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convert .doc to .pdf on upload

Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 4:58 am
by php3ch0
Does anyone know of an existing class that can convert a .doc file to .pdf on upload?

I have a client that produces a monthly newsletter in word and want it available for download from their website. I do not want people to rely on having MS Office installed to view it. Converting before upload is beyond the clients capabilities (apparently).

Any help much appricated.

Re: convert .doc to .pdf on upload

Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 10:25 am
by Christopher
There are many programs that will convert that you could run on the command line. What OS?

Re: convert .doc to .pdf on upload

Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 10:35 am
by liljester
Since the client creates the file in the first place, there is a MS download addon for Office that allows you to save as PDF. Would be much easier for them to "Save As" PDF then upload, I think.

Re: convert .doc to .pdf on upload

Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2008 10:42 am
by php3ch0
its on a linux server. will try to convince them to convert before upload see how that goes. thanks