EmbedPDF Snippet
The EmbedPDF Snippet is a production-ready PDF viewer that you can drop into any web application in minutes.
Unlike our Headless Libraries, which require you to build your own user interface from scratch, the Snippet comes “batteries included.” It provides a polished, professional UI with toolbars, sidebars, search, annotations, and more—right out of the box.
Think of it like a premium car: you don’t need to build the engine or design the dashboard. You just get in, turn the key, and drive.
Why Use the Snippet?
- Instant Integration: Add a powerful PDF viewer to your site with just a few lines of code. No complex build steps or deep React knowledge required.
- Polished UI: Get a professionally designed interface that handles zooming, scrolling, searching, and thumbnails automatically.
- Framework Agnostic: Works everywhere. Whether you use React, Vue, Svelte, Angular, or plain HTML/jQuery, the Snippet (and its framework wrappers) fits right in.
- Customizable: While it comes with a UI, it’s not rigid. You can easily theme colors, toggle features on/off, and configure behavior via a simple configuration object.
When to Choose What?
| Feature | EmbedPDF Snippet | Headless Libraries |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Rapid development, standard use cases, non-technical teams. | Highly custom UIs, deep integration, unique design systems. |
| UI Control | Configuration-based (themes, toggles). | 100% control (you write the JSX/HTML). |
| Setup Time | Minutes. | Hours/Days (depending on complexity). |
| Bundle Size | Larger (includes UI code). | Minimal (you only import what you use). |
Need total control? If you need to build a viewer that looks exactly like your app, or if you need to integrate PDF logic into a completely custom workflow without our standard toolbar, check out our Headless PDF Components.
Getting Started
Ready to add a PDF viewer to your app?
- Quick Start: Get up and running in 5 minutes.
- Theming: Learn how to match the viewer to your brand.
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