FreeXmlToolkit
PDF Generator (FOP)
Last Updated: November 2025 Version: 1.0.0
This tool lets you create professional PDF documents from your XML files.
How It Works
You need two files:
- XML File - Your data (the content you want in the PDF)
- XSL-FO Stylesheet - A template that defines the layout and formatting
The tool combines your data with the template to generate a PDF.
The PDF Generator interface
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Select Your Files
Screenshot placeholder: File selection area
- Click the “…” button or drag-and-drop to select your XML file
- Click the “…” button or drag-and-drop to select your XSL-FO stylesheet
Step 2: Set PDF Properties (Optional)
Screenshot placeholder: PDF properties panel
Add metadata to your PDF:
- Author - Your name
- Title - Document title
- Subject - Brief description
- Keywords - Search terms
Step 3: Choose Output Location
Select where to save your PDF and what to name it.
Step 4: Generate the PDF
Click “Create PDF” and wait for the process to complete.
Step 5: Preview
Screenshot placeholder: Built-in PDF viewer
The generated PDF opens automatically in the built-in viewer. You can scroll through pages to review the result.
Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Drag & Drop | Simply drag files into the application |
| Built-in Viewer | Preview PDFs without leaving the app |
| PDF Metadata | Add author, title, and keywords |
| Progress Indicator | See when generation is in progress |
Tips
- Make sure your XML and XSL-FO files are valid before generating
- If something goes wrong, check the error message for details
- You can create complex layouts with headers, footers, and tables
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