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If you create AFP spooled file, then convert it to PDF, you can use various fonts, lines, barcodes, images and so on. See https://youtu.be/ukN8UVLe0mw?t=707 or attached PDF file for sample output. Also it is possible to create/manipulate PDF by using Java, Python and Node.js.
.Due to the very significant effort required, we are declining this request.
This idea certainly has merit, as PDF has become the dominant document format. However, it is a large effort, that is very unlikely to make it into plan. It would also slow down other print enhancements while being developed.
I will leave it in Under Consideration status until the LUG, CAAC, and our Business Planners have a chance to evaluate it, but I expect we will eventually decline this one.
The CEAC has reviewed this requirement and recommends that IBM view this as a MEDIUM priority requirement that should be addressed.
We acknowledge that this could be a large change perhaps to review how AFPDS to cover PDF features as well.
Such as extension to AFP standard which can include creating PDF in any way directly from IBM i languages like RPG and COBOL.
Background: The COMMON Europe Advisory Council (CEAC) members have a broad range of experience in working with small and medium-sized IBM i customers. CEAC has a crucial role in working with IBM i development to help assess the value and impact of individual RFEs on the broader IBM i community and has therefore reviewed your RFE.
To find out how CEAC help to shape the future of IBM i, see CEAC @ ibm.biz/BdYSYj and the article "The Five Hottest IBM i RFEs Of The Quarter" at ibm.biz/BdYSZT
Therese Eaton – CEAC Program Manager, IBM