Aloaha PDF Editor FAQ

When I load a PDF Document I do not see all images in the preview

If some images are missing in the preview you need to check if your GDI is correctly installed. A first step would be to check if gdiplus.dll is located in system32.

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Why do I need a PDF Editor? I could edit everything in winword and convert it do PDF.

There are lots of reasons for a PDF Editor. You might need to scan existing PAPER Forms (Paper2PDF) and need to add formfields on the scan. One other very frequently used feature is the form saver. Aloaha allows you to fill in a PDF Form and actually even save it.

Can I change the color of the sticky notes?

Yes, please contact support to learn which registry key to change.

How do I load a password protected or encrypted file?

You can set the user or owner password in the menue under settings before you open a PDF File. Once the Editor detects a password is needed it will use the ones configured in settings.

I need to integrate your Editor in our Solution to sign existing documents. Is that possible?

Yes, please contact our CTO at stefan@wrocklage.de for details.

Does the PDF Editor support any command line parameter?

Yes, if you call AloahaEditor.exe together with a filename it will open that PDF file. Furhtermore you can append /s or /p for digitally sign or print.

Can I user VBS to verify and validate PPKMS Signatures?

Yes, please have a look at our PDF SDK in the Software Development Section.

You can also use the sript below. Please note that you need minimum Build 2.1.33.

'Aloaha PDF SDK
'Copyright 2005 Wrocklage Intermedia GmbH
'More APIs can be requested with an email to stefan@aloaha.com

Dim pdf
Dim pdfpath

pdfpath = "c:\pdf\jo.pdf"

Set pdf = CreateObject("aloahapdf.edit")
Call pdf.start_sproto(CStr(pdfpath))
Set pdf=nothing

What does Counter-Sign mean?

Counter-Sign means that it is possible to sign a document more than once. Very important for example for contracts and workflow solutions. Aloaha PDF Editor 2.1.34 support unlimted numbers of counter signatures.

Is it possible to script signature checks and signing?

Yes, of course. If you purchase a Aloaha PDF Suite Enterprise License the Digital Signature APIs will be available for scripting. Plesae contact us for details.

What is JPEG 2000?

JPEG 2000 is the latest series of standards from the JPEG committee. The original standard for digital images (IS 10918-1, popularly referred to as JPEG) was developed 15 years ago, and with the major increase in computer technology since them, and lots of research, it was felt to be time for a new standard capable of handling many more aspects than simply making the digital image files as small as possible. JPEG 2000 uses 'wavelet'technology. and as well as being better at compressing images (up to 20 per cent plus), it can allow an image to be retained without any distortion or loss. Simply sending the first part of such a 'lossless' file to a receiver can result in a lossy version appearing (like present JPEG) - but continuing to transmit the file results in the fidelity getting better and better until the original image is restored..

How do I define the position of the digital signature?

You can define the position of the digital signature with just a left and a right click. The left click defines the left upper corner and the right click definest the right bottom corner.