Summary of the online event PDF Days 2021

PDF Days

Last year's PDF Days once again offered valuable input and updates on PDF developments. In addition to PDF ISO standards, the focus was on showcasing the variety of PDF applications and newly developed solutions. Due to the COVID pandemic, the use of digital technologies increased significantly, and the PDF format became even more established.

PDF 3-D specification​

An important topic for the PDF Association in 2021 was the embedding of 3D models in PDF/A-4 documents. This was also covered at PDF Days. Among other things, participants discussed what the future of this format could look like in the AEC sector (architecture, engineering, and construction). The discussion also focused on improving cooperation between 2D and 3D formats, i.e., bringing architects (who think in 3D) and engineers (who think in 2D) together. Integration with other formats, new use cases, and industry applications were also addressed.

You can find out more about using 3D content with Acrobat here: https://helpx.adobe.com/acrobat/using/displaying-3d-models-pdfs.html or directly in the video on the topic:

Successful online event with closing in October 2021​

Once again, participants were able to attend high-quality presentations on PDF technology while networking with experts. Over several weeks starting on 27 September 2021, attendees could focus on a wide range of PDF topics. PDF Days is known for high-quality presentations and training sessions. During all Technical Days presentations, the online audience had the opportunity to ask questions.

In addition to creating PDF documents with HTML, the Arlington PDF model was presented in detail. Other topics included the PDF/R format and the modernization of print production. Speakers also covered low-code approaches, challenges in PDF/A conversion and validation, and email archiving. Individual PDF sub-formats were discussed, and attendees got an overview of open-source PDF solutions. Accessibility and PDF/UA formed another major topic area. In addition to cloud solutions, sessions addressed content authenticity, PDF validation, and interoperable e-signing.

Tip: Playlist PDF Days 2021 with all webinars​

If you missed PDF Days, you can now watch the webinars afterward via the YouTube playlist of PDF Days 2021 to get an overview of all topics and dive deeper into individual sessions.

Further events​

https://www.pdfa.org/event/ + ISO Spring Meetings

[Source: PDF Association]