Convert Microsoft project file to PDF using Node.js.
The file format, native to Microsoft Project, plays a crucial role in project scheduling and resource management. However, sharing MPP files can be challenging because they require specialized software to view. Converting provides a universal, easily accessible format that maintains project integrity across all platforms.
This article will walk you through how to convert MPP to PDF in Node.js using GroupDocs.Conversion Cloud SDK, making it easy to generate, share, and archive project documents without compatibility issues.
🚀 API for MPP to PDF Conversion
Using the GroupDocs.Conversion Cloud SDK for Node.js, you can efficiently convert MPP files to high-quality PDF documents. The SDK preserves tasks, schedules, dependencies, and all project details while offering customization options.
✅ Benefits:
- Retains original project structure.
- Fast, reliable, and scalable for production use.
- Works with complex multi-task projects.
Install the SDK:
npm install groupdocs-conversion-cloud --save
Make sure to obtain your Client ID and Client Secret from the GroupDocs Cloud Dashboard. For further details, you may consider visiting this tutorial.
📄 MPP to PDF Conversion in Node.js
Follow these simple steps to convert MS Project MPP files to PDF:
📌 Step 1: Import SDK and configure API:
const { Configuration, ConvertApi, FileApi, UploadFileRequest, ConvertSettings, ConvertDocumentRequest } = require("groupdocs-conversion-cloud");
const config = new Configuration("YOUR_CLIENT_ID", "YOUR_CLIENT_SECRET");
const convertApi = new ConvertApi(config);
const fileApi = new FileApi(config);
📌 Step 2: Upload the PDF file to the Cloud storage:
const fs = require("fs");
const uploadRequest = new UploadFileRequest("input.mpp", fs.createReadStream("input.mpp"));
await fileApi.uploadFile(uploadRequest);
📌 Step 3: Set conversion options for MPP to PDF file conversion:
const settings = new ConvertSettings();
settings.filePath = "input.mpp";
settings.format = "pdf";
settings.outputPath = "converted/output.pdf";
const request = new ConvertDocumentRequest(settings);
await convertApi.convertDocument(request);
console.log("✅ The MPP to PDF conversion completed successfully.");
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The input MS Project file used in the above example can be downloaded from Home move plan.mpp.
💻 Convert MPP to PDF using cURL
Alternatively, you can use cURL commands to interact directly with the API. With cURL, you can easily interact with the GroupDocs.Conversion Cloud API to convert Microsoft Project (MPP) files into PDF format through direct HTTP requests.
✅ Advantages of using cURL:
- Quick setup without full SDK installation.
- Flexible for server-side scripting and automation.
The first step is to generate a JWT access token and then, execute the following cURL command for MPP to PDF conversion online. After successful conversion, the resultant PDF file is stored in the cloud storage.
curl -v "https://api.groupdocs.cloud/v2.0/conversion" \
-X POST \
-H "accept: application/json" \
-H "authorization: Bearer {accessToken}" \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d "{ \"StorageName\": \"default\", \"FilePath\": \"{sourceMPP}\", \"Format\": \"pdf\", \"OutputPath\": \"{convertedFile}\"}"
Please replace sourceMPP with the name of input MS Project file, convertedFile with the name of resultant PDF file and accessToken with a personalized JWT access token.
- To save the converted PDF locally:
curl -v "https://api.groupdocs.cloud/v2.0/conversion" \
-X POST \
-H "accept: application/json" \
-H "authorization: Bearer {accessToken}" \
-H "Content-Type: application/json" \
-d "{ \"StorageName\": \"default\", \"FilePath\": \"{sourceFile}\", \"Format\": \"pdf\"}" \
-o "MyConverted.pdf"
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Try exploring our free and lightweight MPP to PDF Converter App, built on top of GroupDocs.Conversion Cloud REST API.
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✅ Conclusion
Converting MS Project MPP files to PDF using Node.js ensures easy sharing, printing, and archiving of project information. By leveraging the GroupDocs.Conversion Cloud SDK for Node.js, you can integrate powerful document conversion capabilities into your applications, streamline project management workflows, and improve team collaboration.
Whether through SDK or REST API with cURL, GroupDocs offers fast, secure, and scalable solutions for all your document conversion needs.
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