PostScript (PS) files are not so commonly used as DOCX or PDF, but they still play a vital role in printing and publishing. You may come across a scenario where you need to modify a PS file by inserting text. Being a Python developer, you may find multiple libraries to accomplish this task programmatically. However, this guide will introduce the top-of-the-line Python SDK Aspose.Page for Python via .NET. So, we will run through how to insert text in a PostScript file using Python and make this automation developer-friendly.
PostScript SDK Installation
Run the following command in the CMD, and the installation is done. That’s it.
pip install aspose-page
Alternatively, you may download the SDK files from here.
Aspose.Page for Python via .NET is currently supported on Windows, with support for macOS and Linux coming soon.
Insert Text in a PostScript File using Python - Code Snippet
This section will demonstrate how to edit PostScript files using Aspose.Page for Python via .NET. This Python SDK is developer-friendly and offers seamless document manipulation methods.
The following code sample enables you to develop a PostScript file editor programmatically:
Output:
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Wrapping up
Apparently, working with PS files seems tricky, but it can be automated by opting for the right programmatic solution. In this blog post, we went through how to insert text in a PostScript file using Python SDK. Aspose.Page for Python via .NET has made the PS file manipulation an easy task by offering useful classes and methods. So, do not forget to visit the documentation, API references to learn more.
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FAQs
What is the PostScript format?
PostScript (PS) is a page description language developed by Adobe that describes how text, images, and graphics should be displayed or printed.
How can I add text to a PostScript file in Python?
Install Aspose.Page for Python via .NET and write a few lines of source code to insert text in a PostScript file. Please visit this link for a complete answer.
How to edit a PostScript file in Python?
Create an instance of the PsDocument class and load the PostScript file, then add or modify content (like text, images, or graphics) through its drawing methods. Finally, save the updated file using the save() method.