How to Generate PDF from HTML in Java Using Flying Saucer
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Looking for a reliable way to convert HTML to PDF in Java – without relying on headless browsers or heavyweight libraries? In this tutorial, you'll learn how to use Flying Saucer (xhtmlrenderer) together with Thymeleaf templates to generate clean, professional PDFs directly in your Java application. Flying Saucer is a lightweight, pure Java library that renders XHTML and CSS into PDF format – no external rendering engines required. It’s ideal for reports, invoices, and other dynamic documents where fast and reliable PDF generation is essential.