Question 1

Is this tool really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes! This tool is completely free to use. No signup required, no watermarks added, and no hidden fees. Perfect for occasional use.

Question 2

Do you store my files or data?

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We take privacy seriously. Files are processed in real-time and are not stored on our servers. Generated PDFs are stored for 1 day and deleted permanently after that.

Question 3

Is there a file size limit?

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For the free tool, we support HTML files up to 10MB in size. For larger files or batch processing, check out our API plans.

Question 4

What customization options are available?

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You can customize paper size (A4, Letter, Legal, Tabloid), orientation (portrait or landscape), margins (none, minimum, medium, or large), and viewport size (Mobile 375px, Tablet 768px, Desktop 1200px, or Desktop Large 1920px).

Question 5

Is there a limit on how many PDFs I can generate?

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Yes, the free tool allows up to 10 PDFs per hour. After reaching this limit, you'll need to subscribe to one of our plans for unlimited conversions and additional features.

Question 6

How can I automate this process or use it in workflows?

Accepted Answer

To use this tool in automated workflows, integrations, or at scale, you'll need to subscribe to one of our plans. Our API allows you to integrate PDF generation into your applications, workflows, and automation tools like n8n, Make, or Zapier. Check the main pdf noodle site for pricing and API documentation.

Question 7

What HTML features are supported?

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We support full HTML5 including CSS styling (inline, embedded, and external stylesheets), JavaScript, images (local and remote URLs), tables, forms, and all standard HTML elements. The preview shows exactly how your HTML will appear in the PDF.

Question 8

Can I upload an existing HTML file?

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Yes! Click the 'Upload HTML File' button in the bottom right corner of the editor to upload an HTML file. Note that uploading a file will replace the current content in the editor. Supported file formats: .html files up to 10MB.

Question 9

How does the live preview work?

Accepted Answer

The preview pane shows you exactly how your HTML will appear in the final PDF. It updates in real-time as you type, so you can see your changes immediately. The preview uses the same rendering engine that generates the PDF, ensuring perfect accuracy.

Question 10

Can I use external CSS and JavaScript files?

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Yes, you can reference external CSS and JavaScript files using standard HTML tags like and

Question 11

What happens if my HTML has errors?

Accepted Answer

The browser-based preview will attempt to render your HTML even with minor errors, but the PDF generation may fail if there are critical syntax errors. Always check the preview before generating the PDF. If generation fails, you'll receive an error message with details.

Question 12

Can I customize the page settings?

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Yes! Click the 'Page Settings' button in the top right of the editor to customize paper size, orientation (portrait/landscape), margins, and viewport size. These settings affect how your HTML is rendered and paginated in the PDF.

Question 13

Does the tool support responsive design?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can set different viewport sizes (Mobile, Tablet, Desktop, Desktop Large) in the Page Settings. This allows you to see how your HTML renders at different screen sizes. The viewport setting determines the browser window width used for rendering.

Question 14

Can I include images in my HTML?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can include images using standard <img> tags with either local file paths (if uploaded) or remote URLs. For best results, use publicly accessible HTTPS URLs for images. Base64-encoded images are also supported.

Question 15

What if my HTML is very long?

Accepted Answer

Long HTML documents will be automatically paginated based on your selected paper size and margins. The PDF will include page breaks where appropriate. You can use CSS page-break properties to control pagination if needed.

Question 16

Is there a way to test my HTML before generating the PDF?

Accepted Answer

Yes! The live preview pane shows you exactly how your HTML will look in the PDF. You can edit your HTML and see the changes instantly. This allows you to perfect your design before generating the final PDF.

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