Exporting to Separate PDF files based on Group

Post Author: Tanya Sherin
CA Forum: Exporting
Hello,
I have a report that needs to exported into separate pdf files based on one of the groups already established in the report. I would like to automate this process as much as possible because the report size. Has anyone encountered this need?
Thanks for your assistance.
Regards,
Tanya

Post Author: synapsevampire
CA Forum: Exporting
You'll need CR XI or a third party solution.
Here's one I suggest:
http://www.milletsoftware.com/Visual_CUT.htm
Contact Ido (owner) for a free trial and confirmation that it meets your needs.
-k

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