Branded Form to PDF Generator
A lightweight, web-based tool that allows users to fill out a form, upload an image, and generate a professionally branded PDF invoice for direct download.
Features
- Responsive web form for user input
- Image upload (used as the logo in the PDF)
- Generates a modern, branded invoice-style PDF
- Immediate PDF download after form submission
- All other invoice fields are currently filled with mock data
How It Works
- Fill out the form fields.
- Upload an image (this will be used as the logo in the PDF invoice).
- Click “Generate PDF”.
- The PDF will be generated and downloaded automatically.
Tech Stack
- Frontend: React, TypeScript, Vite
- PDF Generation: @react-pdf/renderer
- Styling: Tailwind CSS
- Form Handling: react-hook-form
Customization
- The PDF template is styled to match a modern invoice (see
/src/services/pdfGenerator.tsx). - Only the uploaded image is used from the form; all other fields are currently mock data.
- To map real form data to the invoice, update the PDF generation logic in
pdfGenerator.tsx.
Impact & Future
This tool simplifies the process of generating branded invoices, making it accessible for small businesses and freelancers. Future improvements may include dynamic field mapping, template selection, and integration with payment or CRM systems.
Key Takeaways
- React and @react-pdf/renderer enable rapid PDF generation in the browser
- User experience is enhanced by instant feedback and customization
- Open source tools can streamline business workflows
Call to Action
Try the Branded Form to PDF Generator, contribute on GitHub, or suggest features to help improve the tool for the community.