JamConvertor

Content Type: Module
Categories: Import/Export

Overview

Want to make your work flow more efficiënt? We like simplicity. Imagine you can simplify and speed up your document workflow.

It’s possible with our JamConvertor: a web-service that converts documents between different office formats.

All standard formats are supported, such as: DOC, DOCX, HTML, JPG, PPT, XLS, XLSX, PDF, PDF / A, PNG, RTF, TXT, etc. The JamConvertor uses LibreOffice, which provides the best open-source import and export filters for OpenDocument and Microsoft Office-formats available today. LibreOffice also supports the worldwide new standard format of OpenDocument.

Try it for free!

We want to give you the opportunity to discover why our customers use the JamConvertor. That’s why we offer you a free trial. Simply request your trial license at https://jamconvertor-licensing.jam-it.org . No questions asked! Your trial license is valid for one month.

Contact

If you like to request a licence, contact us at: info@jam-it.nl. Have fun.

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Documentation

Demo urlhttps://jamconvertor-licensing.jam-it.org

Step 1

Include the JamConvertor, JamCommons and CommunityCommons modules from the App Store in your Mendix project.


Step 2

Request your trial license at https://jamconvertor-licensing.jam-it.org 


Step 3

In your project search for the JamConvertorApiKey constant in the JamConverter module. Copy and paste your license key in the constant.


Step 4

Use the microflow 'ConvertDocument’ in your project to convert files.


The 'ConvertDocument’ microflow contains the following parameters:


Format

The format you want to convert your file to. For supported formats look at the supported formats table on the overview tab. Copy the desired extension from the table in here.


FileDocument

Sets the file that needs to be converted. Put the object of entity FileDocument that you want to convert in here.


TargetFileName

Sets the name of the file that is being created. When empty the file will get the same name as the inputted FileDocument.


ShowPageNumberInTableOfContents

Set to true to show page numbers in the table of contents when converting to PDF.


Watermark

Sets a watermark on the created file. Add the text you want as your watermark in here. Leave empty for no watermark.


Password

Protect the created file with a password. Leave empty for no password.


ResultFileDocument

Sets the output file that is needed for conversion. Put the object of entity type FileDocument in here.


Pricing

Streamlining your document workflows has never been easier with JamConvertor. Designed to simplify and expedite your processes, JamConvertor revolutionizes the way you handle various types of documents by converting them into versatile file formats like PDF. Our dedicated support team is here to assist you every step of the way, from setup to ongoing maintenance, ensuring a seamless integration into your existing workflows.

Our pricing is designed to cater to your needs, offering flexible subscription packages to suit businesses of all sizes. Our subscription fee starts at €1224 per year, where you gain access to document conversions and complete format support. The fees are yearly and paid upfront. We ensure the module remains current with the latest updates, offering ongoing support and introducing fresh features as part of our service fee.

Factors influencing pricing include:

- Type of files and data traffic

- Choice of hosting (e.g., public or self-hosted)

- Number of Mendix applications (single or multi-app)


To get a customized quote tailored to your specific requirements, please contact us at info@jam-it.nl.


Supported formats


Type


Input Format


Output Format


Text:


DOC, DOCX, ODT, OTT, RTF, TEXT, etc.


DOC, DOCX, HTML, JPG, ODT, OTT, FODT, PDF, PDF / A, PNG, RTF, TXT, etc.


Spreadsheet:


CSV, ODS, OTS, TSV, XLS, XLSX, etc.


CSV, HTML, JPG, ODS, OTS, FODS, PDF, PDF / A, PNG, TSV, XLS, XLSX, etc.


Presentation:


ODP, OTP, PPT, PPTX, etc.


GIF, HTML, JPG, ODP, OTP, FODP, PDF, PDF / A, PNG, PPT, PPTX, BMP, etc.


Drawing:


ODG, OTG, etc.


GIF, JPG, ODG, OTG, FODG, PDF, PDF / A, PNG, SVG, TIF, VSD, BMP, etc.


Other:


HTML


DOC, DOCX, HTML, JPG, ODT, OTT, FODT, PDF, PDF / A, PNG, RTF, TXT, etc.

Releases

Version: 3.1.0
Framework Version: 10.0.0
Release Notes: Updated request structure to reflect improvements in the REST service
Version: 3.0.0
Framework Version: 10.0.0
Release Notes: Update to Mendix 10
Version: 2.1.0
Framework Version: 9.0.5
Release Notes: Updated to Mendix 9.0.5 Updated request structure to reflect improvements in the REST service
Version: 2.0.1
Framework Version: 8.18.1
Release Notes: Update description
Version: 2.0.0
Framework Version: 8.18.1
Release Notes: Added possibility to password protect your converted files. Updated constants to new server url's: https://convert.jam-it.org/api and https://jamconvertor-trial.jam-it.org/api