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Once you’ve created a template and populated it with data, you can export the rendered result as a PDF document for sharing, printing, or archiving.

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Export as PDF

The Preview panel includes a built-in PDF export feature:
1

Verify your template

Before exporting, check that:
  • Your template renders correctly in the Preview panel
  • All data is populated as expected
  • There are no errors in the Problem Panel
2

Click Download PDF

In the Preview panel header, click the Download PDF button.
3

Wait for generation

The button shows a loading state while the PDF is being generated. This may take a few seconds for complex templates.
4

Save the file

The PDF automatically downloads to your browser’s default download location with the filename agreement.pdf.

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PDF export settings

The PDF is generated with the following default settings:
  • Format: A4 paper size
  • Orientation: Portrait
  • Margins: 10mm on all sides
  • Quality: High (98% JPEG quality for images)
  • Scale: 2x for better text rendering
These settings ensure high-quality output suitable for printing and professional use.

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What’s included in the PDF

The exported PDF contains:
  • All rendered text from your template
  • Formatting (headings, bold, italic, lists)
  • Images embedded in the template
  • Styled elements based on the preview rendering
The PDF export captures the visual rendering of your template. Interactive elements or conditional logic are not preserved - only the current rendered state.

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View the HTML output

While there’s no direct HTML export button, you can access the HTML output:
  1. Open your browser’s developer tools (F12 or right-click > Inspect)
  2. Navigate to the Preview panel content
  3. The rendered HTML is displayed in the DOM inspector
  4. Copy the HTML for use in other applications
The HTML output is sanitized using DOMPurify for security, so some HTML elements may be filtered out.

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Best practices for export

Always review the Preview panel carefully before generating a PDF:
  • Check formatting and spacing
  • Verify all data fields are populated correctly
  • Look for any rendering issues
  • Ensure images load properly
Before using real data, test your template with sample data to ensure the layout works correctly with different value lengths and types.
Long templates may span multiple pages. Preview how content flows across pages by checking the PDF after export.
Format your TemplateMark template with clear headings, proper spacing, and readable fonts. These will carry over to the PDF.

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Troubleshooting PDF export

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PDF generation fails

If the PDF doesn’t generate:
  1. Check the browser console for error messages
  2. Ensure your template renders without errors in the Preview panel
  3. Try with a simpler template to isolate the issue
  4. Check that your browser allows downloads

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PDF looks different from preview

If the PDF doesn’t match the preview:
  • Images: Ensure images are loaded and accessible
  • Fonts: Some custom fonts may not render in PDF
  • Colors: Check that your color scheme is PDF-compatible
  • Layout: Complex CSS layouts may not translate perfectly to PDF

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PDF is too large

If your PDF file is very large:
  • Optimize images in your template
  • Reduce image quality if acceptable for your use case
  • Consider splitting very long templates into multiple documents
PDF generation happens in your browser using client-side JavaScript. Very large or complex templates may slow down or crash your browser tab.

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Alternative export options

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Copy and paste

For quick sharing, you can:
  1. Select content in the Preview panel
  2. Copy it (Ctrl+C or Cmd+C)
  3. Paste into a word processor or email

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Screenshot

For visual documentation:
  1. Use your operating system’s screenshot tool
  2. Capture the Preview panel
  3. Save as an image
Consider using the Share feature instead of exporting:
  • Generate a shareable link
  • Recipients can view the live, interactive template
  • No need to send large PDF files
See Sharing templates for more details.

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Custom filename

The PDF is always downloaded as agreement.pdf. To use a custom filename:
  1. Let the PDF download
  2. Rename the file in your file system
  3. Or check your browser’s download settings to prompt for filename
If you’re exporting multiple PDFs, rename them immediately after download to avoid overwriting previous versions.
Instead of downloading a PDF, you can print directly:
  1. Open the Preview panel
  2. Use your browser’s print function (Ctrl+P or Cmd+P)
  3. Select “Save as PDF” or send to a physical printer
  4. Adjust print settings as needed
Direct printing gives you more control over page layout, margins, and other print-specific settings.

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