Find and Replace text in PDF

I am currently working on a feature for my system that generates PDF documents based on a template. My goal is to have a base PDF file with standard text containing placeholder tags, such as #Name#, #Address#, etc.

When a user downloads the file, the system should automatically replace these tags with the user's specific data.

However, while going through the documentation, I haven't found a straightforward "Find and Replace" method. Most of the examples I’ve seen involve identifying the exact coordinates of the original text and drawing new text over it. This approach isn't ideal for my use case because the replacement strings will have different lengths for each user, which would likely break the layout or cause overlapping text.

Is there a built-in way in Syncfusion to perform a true text replacement that adjusts the flow, or perhaps a better workflow using PDF templates for this scenario?


1 Reply

JT Jeyalakshmi Thangamarippandian Syncfusion Team April 2, 2026 10:54 AM UTC

Hi Marco,


As of now, we have already logged a feature request for "Find and Replace Text in an Existing PDF Document." However, currently, we do not have immediate plans for implementation.

Our release cycles occur approximately every three months, and we review all open feature requests during each planning phase. While we cannot provide a definitive timeline, we will notify you once this feature is implemented. In the meantime, you can track the status of this request here:

Search and Replace Text in PDF - Feedback Link

Please let us know if you need any further assistance. We appreciate your understanding and value your feedback.


Regards,

Jeyalakshmi T


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