What is the difference between Canvas and Platypus in ReportLab?

Canvas is a low-level API for drawing directly using x-y coordinates (like painting), while Platypus is a high-level framework that handles document flow, paragraphs, and page breaks automatically.

Can I add images and charts to my PDFs using this skill?

Yes, ReportLab supports adding various image formats and includes a dedicated graphics library for creating vector-based charts like bar, line, and pie charts directly in the PDF.

Is ReportLab suitable for generating multi-page reports?

Absolutely. Using the Platypus API's Flowable objects, ReportLab handles complex pagination, headers, footers, and document flow across multiple pages seamlessly.

How do I install ReportLab for use with this skill?

You can install it via pip using 'pip install reportlab'. For advanced features like image rendering and additional fonts, use 'pip install reportlab[renderPM,rlPyCairo]'.

ReportLab PDF Generator

Name: ReportLab PDF Generator
Author: silvainfm

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Generates professional, programmatic PDF documents including reports, invoices, and charts using Python.

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ReportLab is a comprehensive Python library designed for the automated creation of PDF documents. This skill enables Claude to programmatically generate everything from simple one-page certificates to complex, multi-page business reports with dynamic tables and integrated graphics. By utilizing both the low-level Canvas API for precise coordinate-based drawing and the high-level Platypus engine for automated layout and pagination, it provides a versatile solution for any document automation workflow.

Características Principales

Flowable document elements for automatic pagination and layout
Programmatic PDF generation from scratch
Support for both high-level (Platypus) and low-level (Canvas) APIs
Automated creation of complex tables and data-driven charts
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Precise control over typography, custom fonts, and graphics

Casos de Uso

Creating dynamic academic certificates or event tickets
Building data-heavy business reports with embedded bar and pie charts
Automating the generation of monthly invoices and financial statements

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Características Principales

Flowable document elements for automatic pagination and layout
Programmatic PDF generation from scratch
Support for both high-level (Platypus) and low-level (Canvas) APIs
Automated creation of complex tables and data-driven charts
0 GitHub stars
Precise control over typography, custom fonts, and graphics

Casos de Uso

Creating dynamic academic certificates or event tickets
Building data-heavy business reports with embedded bar and pie charts
Automating the generation of monthly invoices and financial statements