MonsterTools offers a powerful suite of PDF tools that can be seamlessly integrated into your workflow. To get started, you'll need to obtain an API key from ILovePDF or install the required packages for your specific operating system. Additionally, each tool has its own customizable settings to suit your needs. This guide will walk you through the setup process step by step.


How to configure Tools using API

The MonsterTools tools offer two Drivers, if you want to use ILovePDF API then you need to obtaining the ILovePDF API Key

  1. Visit the ILovePDF website (https://developer.ilovepdf.com/) and sign up for an account.
  2. Once you have signed in, navigate to the "Developers" section or API documentation.
  3. Select the option to create a new API key and follow the instructions provided.
  4. After completing the steps, you will receive your unique ILovePDF API key. Keep this key secure, as it will be required during the MonsterTools setup.


How to configure Tools without API

Different PDF tools require different utilities, to make all tools work without API you need to install QPDF, Libreoffice, Ghostscript and PDF2Docx (python package)


How to install required utilities on Windows

  1. QPDF:

    • Visit the QPDF website (www.qpdf.com) and download the Windows installer.
    • Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

  2. LibreOffice:

    • Go to the LibreOffice website (www.libreoffice.org) and download the Windows version.
    • Run the installer and follow the installation wizard.

  3. Ghostscript:

    • Head to the Ghostscript website (www.ghostscript.com) and download the Windows version.
    • Run the installer and follow the installation instructions.

  4. Python:

    • Download the latest Python installer for Windows from the official website (www.python.org).
    • Run the installer, ensuring you select the option to add Python to your system PATH during the installation process.

  5. PDF2DOCX Package:

    • Open a command prompt or terminal.
    • Use the following command to install PDF2DOCX: pip install pdf2docx

How to install required utilities on macOS

  1. QPDF:

    • Open a terminal and install QPDF using Homebrew by running: brew install qpdf

  2. LibreOffice:

    • Visit the LibreOffice website (www.libreoffice.org) and download the macOS version.
    • Follow the installation instructions provided.

  3. Ghostscript:

    • Use Homebrew to install Ghostscript: brew install ghostscript

  4. Python:

    • macOS typically comes with Python pre-installed. Confirm by running python --version in the terminal.
    • If Python is not installed, download the macOS installer from the official website (www.python.org) and follow the installation steps.

  5. PDF2DOCX Package:

    • Open a terminal and enter: pip install pdf2docx

How to install required utilities on Linux (Ubuntu as an example)

  1. QPDF:

    • Open a terminal and install QPDF using apt: sudo apt-get install qpdf

  2. LibreOffice:

    • Use apt to install LibreOffice: sudo apt-get install libreoffice

  3. Ghostscript:

    • Install Ghostscript using apt: sudo apt-get install ghostscript

  4. Python:

    • Verify if Python is installed by running python --version in the terminal.
    • If not installed, use apt to install Python: sudo apt-get install python3

  5. PDF2DOCX Package:

    • Open a terminal and run: pip install pdf2docx

How to configure Tool:

Configuration of PDF tools is simple. All you need to do is edit the PDF tool and scroll down to Driver section. Select the relevant driver. The optional Binary Path field will appear where you can enter the path of binary or leave it blank if the utility is installed globally.


Conclusion: Congratulations! You have successfully set up the PDF tools in MonsterTools. You obtained the ILovePDF API key or installed the necessary packages on your operating system. Now, you can utilize the full power of MonsterTools to manipulate and manage your PDF files efficiently and effortlessly. Happy working!