XML refresh within a PDF

I was wondering if it's possible to refresh XML data imbedded in the report once it's been exported to a PDF?

Yes, as long as you have an XML Data connection in your dashboard. Are you having trouble setting up the connection? Check the User Guide and then post here on the forums with any specific questions you may have.

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