Alternatives to use for PDF printing

Beside the use of Apache FOP or BI Publisher, PDF documents can be created in Oracle Application Express by making use of alternative methods such as calling Oracle Reports, using plugins, and so on.

Integration with Oracle Reports

Oracle Reports, a component of Oracle Fusion Middleware, is a high-fidelity enterprise reporting tool. It enables businesses to provide instant access to information to all levels within and outside of the organization in a scalable and secure environment.

More information about Oracle Reports can be found on the Oracle Technology Network website (http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/middleware/reports/overview/index.html).

Oracle Reports Developer includes Oracle Reports Builder and Oracle Reports Services. Oracle Reports Builder is used to develop the report and Oracle Reports Services executes, distributes, and publishes your reports for enterprise-wide reporting.

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