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This article describes the RPA PDF functionality to remove a password.
For a full list of available functions, please read PDF functions.
Description
The PDF Remove a password function allows you to remove a password.
Setting it up
To use the PDF Remove a password function, follow these instructions:
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Once on a process map:
- Navigate to the process where you would like to add the PDF Remove a password function
- Click on the green button’s drop-down (right side of the green button labelled “Process”)
- On the menu that appears, click on the “+ Activity” item
- From here you can select the PDF Remove a password option
- Click "Add" once you are done
Input parameters
| Parameter | Required | Type | Default | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| File | Yes | Text | - | The path to the PDF file |
| Password | Yes | Text | - | The password to decrypt the PDF |
Output variables
This action does not produce output variables.
Errors
| Error | Description |
|---|---|
| File not found | The file does not exist |
| Wrong password | The provided password is incorrect |
Tips
- Removes password protection from a PDF file