Convert Visio VSDX to PDF via Java using REST API

How to Convert Visio File to PDF in Java.

Are you looking for a reliable and efficient way to convert your Visio files to PDF using Java? Fortunately, the GroupDocs.Conversion Cloud SDK for Java provides an efficient and straightforward solution to this problem. There can be several reasons why you might want to convert your Visio files to PDF format programmatically in Java. For example, PDF files are more secure and much smaller than Visio files, making them easier to store and share. In this article, we’ll provide a step-by-step guide on how to convert Visio files to PDF in Java. So let’s get started!

We will cover the following topics in this article:

Java Visio VSDX to PDF Conversion REST API - SDK Installation

GroupDocs.Conversion Cloud SDK for Jav a is a cloud-based file format document conversion API that allows you to convert your files and images to different formats using simple API calls. It supports a wide range of document and image formats, including Visio, PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, raster images, and many more. Using GroupDocs.Conversion Cloud SDK for Java, you can efficiently convert your files and images to the format you need without using any third-party software. Integrating the API into Java-based applications is made simple and efficient, eliminating the need for additional software.

You can either download the API’s JAR file or install it using Maven by adding the following repository and dependency into your project’s pom.xml file:

Maven Repository:

<repository>
    <id>groupdocs-artifact-repository</id>
    <name>GroupDocs Artifact Repository</name>
    <url>https://repository.groupdocs.cloud/repo</url>
</repository>

Maven Dependency:

<dependency>
    <groupId>com.groupdocs</groupId
    <artifactId>groupdocs-conversion-cloud</artifactId>
    <version>23.4</version>
    <scope>compile</scope>
</dependency>

Next, sign up for a GroupDocs account to get the Client ID and Client Secret from the dashboard before you start following the steps and available code snippets. Please enter the code snippet shown below once you have your ID and Secret:

How to Convert Visio Document to PDF in Java using REST API

Follow the steps below to convert Visio to PDF using GroupDocs.Conversion Cloud SDK for Java:

Upload the File

Once you’ve set up your conversion environment, you can upload the Visio file to the cloud storage using the code snippet given below:

Hence, the uploaded Visio file will be available in the files section of your dashboard on the cloud.

Convert Visio VSDX File to PDF Format

Here are the steps and an example code snippet that shows how to convert Visio files to PDF format using the Java API.

The steps are:

  • First, create an instance of ConvertApi class.
  • Secondly, create an instance of the ConvertSettings class.
  • Thirdly, provide the cloud storage name.
  • Next, set the input Visio file path and the output file format to “pdf”.
  • Now, create an instance of the PdfConvertOptions class.
  • Optionally, provide various convert options like setFromPage, setPagesCount, setMarginTop, setPassword, setCenterWindow, setHeight, etc.
  • After that, set convert options and the output file path using the ConvertSettings instance.
  • Then, create a ConvertDocumentRequest class instance and pass the settings parameter.
  • Lastly, call the convertDocument() method and pass the ConvertDocumentRequest parameter.

The following code snippet shows how to convert a Visio document to a PDF file in Java using REST API:

That’s it! With just a few lines of code, you can easily and seamlessly convert Visio files to PDF format using GroupDocs.Conversion Cloud SDK for Java. You can see the output in the image below:

Java convert Visio file to PDF online

Convert Visio file to PDF using Java.

Download the Converted File

The above code sample will save the converted PDF to the cloud. You can download the converted PDF file using the following code snippet:

Free Online Visio to PDF Converter

How to convert Visio to PDF online for free? Please try an online VSDX to PDF converter to create a PDF from a Visio file. This converter is developed using the above-mentioned Visio to PDF REST API.

Summing up

In conclusion, this article has demonstrated how easy and efficient it is to convert Visio files to PDF format using GroupDocs.Conversion Cloud SDK for Java. The following is what you have learned from this article:

  • how to convert Visio files to PDF format in Java programmatically, as well as additional customization options;
  • programmatically upload the VSDX file to the cloud and then download the converted PDF from the cloud;
  • and convert Visio VSDX to PDF file for free using a free online Visio file to PDF converter.

Additionally, we also provide an API Reference section that lets you visualize and communicate with our APIs directly through the browser. Java SDK’s complete source code is freely available on Github. Please check the GroupDocs.Conversion Cloud SDK for Java Examples here.

Moreover, we suggest you follow our Getting Started guide for detailed steps and API usage.

Finally, we keep writing new blog articles on different file formats and conversions using REST API. So, please get in touch for the latest updates.

Ask a question

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FAQs

How do I convert VSDX to PDF using Java?

You can convert a Visio VSDX to a PDF file by using GroupDocs.Conversion Cloud REST API for Java. It is a cloud-based document conversion API that allows you to easily convert Visio files to PDF using Java.

What formats can GroupDocs.Conversion Cloud SDK for Java converts to PDF?

GroupDocs.Conversion Cloud SDK for Java can convert a wide range of document formats to PDF, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.

How can I convert a Visio to PDF online for free?

Our Visio to PDF converter allows you to convert Visio VSDX to PDF format for free. Please follow the step-by-step instructions given below to perform the conversion:

  • Open the free Visio to PDF converter online.
  • Now, click in the file drop area to upload a Visio or drag & drop a Visio file.
  • Next, click on the Convert Now button. Free online Visio to PDF converter will change Visio into PDF.
  • The download link of the output PDF will be available after converting the Visio file.

How to convert Visio files to PDF on Windows?

Please visit this link to download an offline Visio to PDF converter for Windows. This converter can be used to convert Visio to PDF files on Windows quickly, with a single click.

Is GroupDocs.Conversion Cloud SDK for Java free to use?

No, GroupDocs.Conversion Cloud SDK for Java is not completely free to use. It offers both trial and paid plans.

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