Wicked Pdf
A Ruby on Rails plugin that generates PDF files from HTML views using wkhtmltopdf.
What is Wicked Pdf?
Wicked PDF is a Ruby on Rails plugin that generates PDF documents from HTML views. It uses the wkhtmltopdf utility to convert HTML, CSS, and JavaScript into PDF format, solving the need for programmatic PDF creation within Rails applications without requiring developers to learn a separate PDF DSL.
Ruby on Rails developers who need to generate PDF reports, invoices, or documents from their application's views and templates.
Developers choose Wicked PDF because it integrates directly with Rails, uses standard HTML templates, and provides extensive customization options through wkhtmltopdf, making PDF generation straightforward and flexible.
Overview
PDF generator (from HTML) plugin for Ruby on Rails
Use Cases
Best For
- Generating PDF invoices or receipts from Rails views
- Creating printable reports with custom layouts and styling
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