PDF-based forms are still widely used for collecting information from users, whether for contracts, onboarding, or approvals. However, this process often introduces friction: Users must download the form, fill it out, save it locally, and email it back. This manual process is inefficient, error-prone, and difficult to track.

With TX Text Control's Document Viewer, you can embed interactive forms directly into your web portal. This provides a seamless experience for your users while giving you complete control over the process. Now, let's explore why this modern approach outperforms traditional PDF workflows.

Embedded Forms, No Downloads Required

Integrating the TX Text Control Document Viewer into your portal allows users to view and complete forms directly in their browser, eliminating the need for downloads or external applications. This reduces drop-off rates and simplifies the user experience. Rather than opening a static PDF in a separate application, users can stay within your branded environment.

Real-Time Feedback and Partial Saves

Unlike static PDFs, embedded forms offer immediate feedback. You can see when a user opens a form, starts filling it out, or saves it for later completion. This visibility allows teams to follow up more effectively and ensures that incomplete submissions aren't overlooked.

Users can also save their progress, which makes it easy to complete longer forms over multiple sessions. This feature is ideal for applications, compliance checklists, and more.

Pre-Fill Known Data Dynamically

With TX Text Control's powerful MailMerge engine, you can dynamically prepare personalized forms. Known information, such as names, addresses, or reference numbers, can be automatically merged into the form before presenting it to the user. This saves time and improves accuracy.

Designed with the TX Text Control Document Editor, the template allows you to create a pixel-perfect layout including headers, footers, static content, and interactive form fields. To ensure successful data binding, the names of the form fields must match the corresponding fields in the data source.

The above template is merged with known data using a JSON data source or any other data source, such as an IEnumerable object.

public class Claim {
  public string name { get; set; }
  public DateTime dob { get; set; }
  public string address { get; set; }
  public string unit { get; set; }
  public string city { get; set; }
  public string state { get; set; }
  public string zip { get; set; }
  public string description { get; set; }
}

The MailMerge class is used to prepare the document. It does so by merging known data into the template.

public IActionResult Index() {
        
  byte[] data;

  Claim claim = new Claim() {
    name = "Tim Typer",
    dob = new DateTime(2010, 5, 5),
  };

  using (TXTextControl.ServerTextControl tx = new TXTextControl.ServerTextControl()) {
    tx.Create();
    tx.Load("App_Data/claim_form.tx", TXTextControl.StreamType.InternalUnicodeFormat);

    using (MailMerge mailMerge = new MailMerge()) {
      mailMerge.TextComponent = tx;
      mailMerge.FormFieldMergeType = FormFieldMergeType.Preselect;
      mailMerge.MergeObject(claim);
    }

    tx.Save(out data, TXTextControl.BinaryStreamType.InternalUnicodeFormat);
  }

  return View(data);
}

Structured Data Collection and Analysis

TX Text Control allows you to instantly extract structured data from form fields once a form is completed and submitted. You can write this data directly to a database, use it for further analysis, or integrate it into backend systems to trigger automated workflows. Capturing the data in a structured format eliminates the need for manual data entry or parsing, reduces errors, and streamlines downstream processes such as approvals, reporting, and document generation. Additionally, you can create and make available for download, archiving, or digital signing a final, flattened PDF of the completed form, all within the same application environment.

After submission, TX Text Control automatically generates a final PDF version of the completed form. This flattened document can then be stored, downloaded by the user, or sent via email.

If signatures are required, the same library supports electronic signatures, enabling you to finalize the document in a legally binding format without leaving your infrastructure.

On-Premises, Controlled Environment

All of this happens within your own secure infrastructure on-premises. You have complete control over the entire document lifecycle, including creation, data collection, storage, and final output. This ensures compliance with internal policies and external regulations while minimizing risks associated with transmitting or storing sensitive data in the cloud.

For organizations in highly regulated sectors, such as finance, healthcare, legal, and government, this level of control is essential. It enables you to enforce strict data residency requirements, implement customized security protocols, and guarantee that confidential information never leaves your trusted environment. TX Text Control provides the flexibility and assurance needed to meet these requirements without compromising functionality, performance, or user experience.

One Library, End-to-End Workflow

TX Text Control is a single, integrated library that covers the entire workflow, from dynamic form creation to document completion, data extraction, PDF generation, and e-signature support. There is no need for third-party tools or external services, which reduces complexity, eliminates compatibility concerns, and simplifies deployment.

This unified approach streamlines development and maintenance by providing a consistent API and centralized platform for all document-related tasks. Whether you are building an internal portal, a customer-facing application, or a multi-tenant solution, TX Text Control enables you to deliver a seamless, secure document workflow within your application stack. This accelerates time to market and ensures long-term reliability, supportability, and compliance.

Conclusion

In conclusion, TX Text Control offers a comprehensive solution for organizations looking to optimize their document workflows. With its powerful features, seamless integration, and robust security measures, it empowers businesses to create, manage, and deliver documents with confidence.