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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Bluebeam offer an automated server-based PDF creation tool?
Yes, Bluebeam has an Enterprise-level, server-based solution called Bluebeam Q that automates PDF creation and publishing. Find more information about Q here.
Is Bluebeam Q a server-based version of Bluebeam PDF Revu?
No, it is not. Q is designed to automate the creation and processing of PDF files from a centralized server. Bluebeam PDF Revu is a desktop application installed on individual workstations that allows end users to create, markup, edit and collaborate on PDF files. If you are looking for an automated, server-based PDF creation tool, you can find more information about Q here.
Does Bluebeam Q offer an API?
Yes, our server-based solution, Bluebeam Q's API is built on the .NET platform and utilizes Visual Basic .NET or C# programming languages. For users with .NET programming capabilities, all of the script commands are included in the Bluebeam Q API. For users who do not use .NET, but still want full access to the scripting capabilities, scripts can be run directly from the command line. More information can be found by downloading the Q User Guide.
Does Bluebeam Q offer watched folders?
Yes, Bluebeam Q offers two options for Watched Folders: Existing File Folders and New Conversion Folders. You can find out more information about Watched Folders here.
Does Bluebeam Q offer a Script Engine?
Yes, Bluebeam Q includes a Script Editor to easily write scripts using 50 built-in commands. Any scripting language (Visual Basic, Python, etc.) can be used to call advanced commands, and the scripts can be combined with watched folders to seamlessly automate PDF processing.
Does Bluebeam Q offer a network PDF printer?
Bluebeam Q offers a Windows system printer driver that can be installed on each user's computer. This driver allows users to connect to Bluebeam Q on your local network to create PDFs from any program. Note the printer driver is not needed if you wish your users to interface with Bluebeam Q via the Watched Folder, API, or Script Engine interfaces.
Can Bluebeam Q convert files to archival PDF?
Yes, Bluebeam Q 4.5 and later supports creating PDF/A -1b compliant files through the Watched Folders interface, the Net PDF printer, the Script Engine (through both stand-alone and Watched Folder scripts), and the API.
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