Convert MPP to DCM in Java & J2SE Applications

Convert Password Protected MPP to DCM

Accurately load and convert documents that are protected with a password within your Java based applications. The file format conversion API also supports rendering remote documents from different sources including S3, Blob, FTP, Stream, URL or a local disk.

Create new instance of Converter class and pass source document path
Instantiate the proper ConvertOptions class e.g. (PdfConvertOptions, WordProcessingConvertOptions, SpreadsheetConvertOptions etc.)
Call convert method of Converter class instance and pass filename for the converted document

Source Document Information Extraction

The documents information extraction feature not only allows getting the basic information about the source document file but it also supports extracting some valuable file-format specific information such as project start and end dates of a Microsoft Project file, any printing restrictions on a PDF document, list of folders enclosed in an Outlook data file etc.

Convert popular document file formats on different operating systems such as Windows, Linux or macOS while using development environments such as NetBeans, IntelliJ IDEA and Eclipse.

Convert Specific Word Pages to PDF in Java

Java document conversion API allows you to choose selected pages from the source document and accurately convert to the supported document format. The code example below shows how to convert the 1st and 4th pages of a Word document to the resultant PDF file.

Create a new instance of Converter class and load input (Word) document
Instantiate the proper ConvertOptions class e.g. (PdfConvertOptions, WordProcessingConvertOptions, SpreadsheetConvertOptions etc)
Set setPages property of the ConvertOptions instance and mention specific page number to be converted
Call convert method of Converter class instance and pass filename (PDF) for the converted document

Caching Converted Document Results

In some cases, the converted document size is bigger and it takes time to be converted. The document conversion library offers the caching feature to efficiently manage such situations and speed up the repetitive conversion process. Enable the ICache interface to work with custom cache implementation using the extension point and control the cache conversion, as you prefer.

The conversion result is saved to the local drive by default but any type of cache storage can be supported by implementing the appropriate interfaces such as Amazon S3, Dropbox, Google Drive, Windows Azure, Reddis or any other.

What is MPP file format?

The MPP file format is specifically designed for project management and is created using Microsoft Project software, including Microsoft Project Server. It serves as the native file format for Microsoft Project and is widely used for sharing project data with other applications. Built upon the Microsoft Compound File Binary Format, the MPP format utilizes a hierarchical file system structure to integrate and store various types of data.

An MPP file contains crucial project management information such as start and end dates, duration, cost, resource assignments, and other relevant project data. It also supports the inclusion of project custom fields and customized graphical indicators, providing flexibility for tailoring the file to specific project requirements.

It is important to note that the MPP file format is proprietary and specifically designed for Microsoft Project. As such, it is not compatible with other project management applications, limiting its use primarily to Microsoft Project software.

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What is DCM file format?

DCM (Digital Cinema Master) is a file format used by the motion picture industry for releasing digital film to theaters. It is a standardized container format designed to hold images, audio, and metadata associated with a motion picture and is based on the Digital Picture Exchange (DPX) file format. The DCM format contains (among other things): individual frames of video, with associated metadata; audio channels; subtitles; watermarks; and Digital Cinema Package (DCP) management files. The DCM file format makes it easier to script the delivery process, ensuring that the movie is played back accurately and reliably in theaters. Due to its reliance on existing, industry-standard formats for both images and audio, compatibility with existing hardware and software is wide-spread, facilitating a smooth transition from the traditional film medium to digital. Furthermore, its use of a standardized delivery format ensures that the quality and accuracy of the pictures, sound, and data are maintained throughout the distribution process.

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