wibergsweb

This plugin makes it very easy to create PDF’s on the fly. With a single shortcode it could create X amount of PDF’s “on the fly” / in realtime when 
a user visits a specific page or post. It’s possible to create PDF’s from current page/post/acf-field(s) or from a specific given url. The plugin is available in swedish and english but could easily be translated into whatever language.
The generation itself is managed by connecting to PDF Crowd API so you will need to have an account 
there to use this plugin. Every time the plugin is making a connection to the API a token is drawn. There is a free version of the API that has limited number 
of tokens. From version 1.18 of this plugin it’s possible to connect to the API only when data changes in any page or post which makes a huge difference in number of tokens that are used. 
Number of tokens drawn for each connection depends of the size of generated PDF(s) amongst some other parameters. It’s possible to use a page/post-template and 
fetch data from ACF (Advanced Custom Fields) with this plugin.
Pricing for the PDF Crowd API service (and option to evalue the service) is shown here: http://pdfcrowd.com/pricing/ (Select option “HTML to PDF API” and make your choice). The PDF Crowd API service 
is not created by the author so please have that in mind if you ask questions regarding the actual generation(s) of the PDF(s). The service is used by the 
plugin because it was simply the best PDF generation software that was found (by the plugin author).
PDF Crowd states: 
“Each API call makes a POST request to our servers. We do not disclose or keep copies of submitted data and generated files. They are kept only for the time necessary to efficiently process conversion requests and then permanently deleted.”
If you like the plugin, please consider donating.
<h3>Example of usage</h3>
<h4>shortcodes in post(s)/page(s)</h4>
<ul>
<li>[pdfcrowd_generate debug_mode=”no” create_downloadlink=”yes” out_files=”pdfcrowd;wibergsweb” overwrite_pdf=”no” convert_urls=”http://pdfcrowd.com/;http://wibergsweb.se/” link_titles=”PDF Crowd PDF Site;Wibergs Web site” html_class=”pdfdownloadlink”]</li>
<li>[pdfcrowd_generate debug_mode=”no” out_files=”pdfcrowd;wibergsweb” overwrite_pdf=”yes” convert_urls=”http://pdfcrowd.com/;http://wibergsweb.se/” link_titles=”PDF Crowd PDF Site;Wibergs Web site” html_class=”pdfdownloadlink”]</li>
<li>[pdfcrowd_generate debug_mode=”yes” use_ssl=”yes” out_files=”pdfcrowd;wibergsweb” convert_urls=”http://pdfcrowd.com/;http://wibergsweb.se/” link_titles=”PDF Crowd PDF Site;Wibergs Web site” html_class=”pdfdownloadlink”]</li>
<li>[pdfcrowd_generate debug_mode=”yes” create_downloadlink=”yes” out_files=”invoice” overwrite_pdf=”datachange” data_fields=”acf_surname;acf_lastname”  data_acfkeys=”field_5859b22623ca5;field_5859b260bb104″ link_titles=”PDFmaster” convert_urls=”{681}” data_postid=”all” pagebreak_afterpost=”yes” last_shortcode=”no”]</li>
</ul>
<h4>If using ACF (Advanced Custom Fields)</h4>
<ul>
<li>convert_urls=”{100}” means grab url from page/post with id 100. In cases below it could be a page template (with id 100):</li>
<li>[pdfcrowd_generate last_shortcode=”no” debug_mode=”no” autosum_fields=”yes” targetblank=”yes” create_downloadlink=”yes” out_files=”invoice” overwrite_pdf=”datachange” convert_urls=”{100}” data_postid=”all” data_cpt=”customer” data_fields=”acf_customer_phone;acf_customer_name;acf_customer_trailers” data_acfkeys=”field_285b0870afcf6;field_285b064d43bec;field_585b0b3288d6e” link_titles=”Invoices”]</li>
<li>[pdfcrowd_generate last_shortcode=”no” debug_mode=”no” autosum_fields=”yes” targetblank=”yes” create_downloadlink=”yes” out_files=”invoice” overwrite_pdf=”datachange” convert_urls=”{100}” data_postid=”all” data_cpt=”customer” data_fields=”acf_customer_phone;acf_customer_name;acf_customer_trailers” data_acfkeys=”field_285b0870afcf6;field_285b064d43bec;field_585b0b3288d6e” link_titles=”Invoices” add_related_fields=”1;Model of car;acf_customer_cars_reg;acf_cars_model”]</li>
<li>[pdfcrowd_generate last_shortcode=”no” debug_mode=”no” autosum_fields=”yes” targetblank=”yes” create_downloadlink=”yes” out_files=”invoice” overwrite_pdf=”datachange” convert_urls=”{100}” data_postid=”55″ data_cpt=”customer” data_fields=”acf_customer_phone;acf_customer_name;acf_customer_trailers” data_acfkeys=”field_285b0870afcf6;field_285b064d43bec;field_585b0b3288d6e” link_titles=”Invoices” add_related_fields=”1;Model of car;acf_customer_cars_reg;acf_cars_model”]</li>
</ul>
<h4>Page template could look something like this</h4>
Invoice
[title]
Phonenumber:: [acf_customer_phone]
Cars
[acf_customer_cars]
Net: 
[crowdpdf-total=field_585b0b3288d2e]
Vat: 
[crowdpdf-totalvat=field_585b0b3288d2e]
Gross: 
[crowdpdf-totalaftervat=field_585b0b3288d2e]
<h4>Explanation of the shortcode</h4>
<ul>
<li>[pdfcrowd_generate last_shortcode=”yes” debug_mode=”no” autosum_fields=”yes” targetblank=”yes” create_downloadlink=”yes” out_files=”invoice” overwrite_pdf=”datachange” convert_urls=”{100}” data_postid=”55″ data_cpt=”customer” data_fields=”acf_customer_phone;acf_customer_name;acf_customer_trailers” data_acfkeys=”field_285b0870afcf6;field_285b064d43bec;field_585b0b3288d6e” link_titles=”Invoice” add_related_fields=”1;Model of car;acf_customer_cars_reg;acf_cars_model”]</li>
<li>It’s only one shortcode on the page, so it’s the last</li>
<li>No debugmode</li>
<li>Tell plugin to autosum specific fields </li>
<li>Create downloadable link</li>
<li>Open newly created download pdf in new tab/window</li>
<li>Create a file called invoice</li>
<li>Only generate new pdf/connect to PDF Crowd server when data has been changed</li>
<li>Use page with id 100 as a template page</li>
<li>Grab data from post type customer</li>
<li>Grab data from customer with id 55</li>
<li>Use datafields called acf_customer_phone (with key field_285b0870afcf6), acf_customer_name (with keyfield_285b064d43bec) and acf_customer_cars (acf_customer_cars is a repeater-field with keyfield field_585b0b3288d6e)</li>
<li>Use Invoice as title on the download link</li>
<li>acf_customer_cars is a repeater field with these subfields (Name, color)</li>
<li>A new column is added in the repeater field in the PDF (but not in the admin) with the titlte “Model of car” at the second position in the index (1) and fetches the actual carmodel from related model of the car</li>
</ul>
[title] – shows the actual 
field_585b0b3288d2e is the keyfield of the ACF that is being autosummarized (in the repeater field)
Start with setting debug_mode to yes when creating your attributes. It might be more helpful than you think! Happy generating! 🙂
<h3>Example css</h3>
<ul>
<li>.pdfdownloadlink {display:block;background:#0000FF;}</li>
</ul>

PDF Generator Crowd API

A PDF generator that really works. Creates PDF files on the fly with a simple shortcode from post(s), custom post type(s) or page(s). Supports ACF.

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mischiefmarmot

<h4>Recipes, guides, and lists — for creators who care about their craft.</h4>
Create gives you everything you need to publish recipes, how-to guides, and lists — with correct Schema.org markup, fast page loads, and an editor that stays out of your way. Whether you’re sharing recipes, DIY tutorials, travel guides, crochet patterns, game walkthroughs, or curated round-ups, Create handles the structured content so you can focus on creating.
One plugin. Three card types. Full schema support.
<ul>
<li>Recipes — Granular ingredient editing, free nutrition calculator, video embeds, and built-in importers for 10+ recipe plugins</li>
<li>How-to guides — Step-by-step instructions with materials lists, photos, and video for any kind of tutorial or guide</li>
<li>Lists and round-ups — Showcase links, images, and products with bulk import and drag-and-drop ordering</li>
</ul>
<h4>New Independent Ownership</h4>
In mid-2025, Create was <a href="https://create.studio/hello" rel="nofollow ugc">purchased</a> from Mediavine by John-Michael, one of the plugin’s founding developers. Create is now fully independent and continues to be actively developed at <a href="https://create.studio" rel="nofollow ugc">Create Studio</a>.
<h4>Why Create?</h4>
Fast by default — Lightweight JavaScript and optimized bundling so your cards don’t slow down your pages
SEO built in — Recipe, HowTo, and ItemList JSON-LD generated automatically with one-click schema validation
Looks like your site — Seven card themes that inherit your fonts and colors, including Editorial and Modern Elegant
Ad-ready themes — Optimized card layouts with configurable ad slot placements
Gutenberg and Classic Editor — Full block editor support with live preview, plus shortcode fallback
Built-in importers — Switch from WP Recipe Maker, Tasty, EasyRecipe, and 8 other plugins without a separate download
Free nutrition calculator — Automatic nutrition data powered by <a href="https://api-ninjas.com/api/nutrition" rel="nofollow ugc">API Ninjas</a>
Modern editor experience — Keyboard shortcuts throughout the app, simple workflows, and unobtrusive customization options designed for how you actually work
<h4>Premium Features</h4>
Upgrade through <a href="https://create.studio" rel="nofollow ugc">Create Studio</a> to unlock:
<ul>
<li>Interactive Mode — Turns your cards into a hands-free cooking companion with interactive checklists so readers can check off ingredients and steps as they go</li>
<li>Adjustable Servings and Unit Conversion — Readers scale ingredient quantities and convert between metric and imperial</li>
<li>Premium themes — Editorial and Modern Elegant card designs</li>
<li>Review management — Reader reviews with featured review blocks and response tools</li>
<li>Bulk list tools — Paste URLs to bulk-import list items, plus inline bulk editing</li>
<li>Products in Lists — Add product items for affiliate placements</li>
</ul>

Create

Complete tool for creating and publishing recipes and other schema types on your site.

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