DWG drawings are widely used to work with architectural and engineering drawings. However, sharing these files with others who may not have specialized CAD software can be a challenge. One effective solution is to convert DWG files to the universally supported PDF format. In this blog post, we’ll explore how to convert DWG to PDF using C#.
DWG to PDF Converter - C# API Installation
You can convert DWG to PDF format in C# by installing Conholdate.Total for .NET. Simply run the following installation command or use the NuGet Package Manager plugin in Visual Studio:
PM> NuGet\Install-Package Conholdate.Total
Convert DWG to PDF in C#
The following steps show how to convert a DWG drawing to PDF in C#:
- Load the source DWG drawing using the Image class.
- Create an object of PdfOptions class.
- Export DWG to PDF by calling the Save() method.
The following code sample elaborates on how to convert DWG to PDF in C#:
Convert DWG to PDF using Custom Settings in C#
You can improvise the DWG to PDF conversion with custom properties exposed by the PdfOptions class. Please follow the steps below to convert DWG to PDF in C#:
- Use the Image class to load the input CAD drawing in DWG format.
- Create an instance of CadRasterizationOptions class.
- Create an object of PdfOptions class.
- Set the VectorRasterizationOptions property.
- Render DWG to PDF format with the Save() method.
The sample code below elaborates on how to convert DWG to PDF in C#:
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Summing Up
Converting DWG to PDF in C# is made relatively straightforward with these few API calls. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can integrate DWG to PDF conversion into your C# applications, making it easier to share design files across different platforms without the need for specialized CAD software. Whereas, if you want to discuss any of your concerns then please reach out to us at the forum.
FAQs
Can I integrate DWG to PDF conversion into a web application using C#?
Yes, you can integrate DWG to PDF conversion into a web application.
Is there a way to customize the output PDF settings during conversion?
Yes, it supports additional settings such as page size, resolution, rotation, and many other properties.
Can I batch convert multiple DWG files to PDF in C#?
Yes, you can modify the provided code to batch-convert multiple DWG files. Iterate through a list of DWG file paths and convert each file. This allows you to automate the conversion process for multiple files in a single run.