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Printing Number

This guide shows how to print numeric values into your PDF using Make.

Step 1 — Prepare your template​

In the Eledo editor:

  1. Add a Text Box (TXT) component
  2. In Data (expression), enter a field name (for example Quantity)
  3. Confirm and save the template

Number configuration

tip

Learn more about Text Box: /docs/product/template-editor/components/text-box.mdx

Step 2 — Use the template in Make​

In your Make scenario:

  1. Add the Eledo PDF module
  2. Select your template
  3. Click Refresh Custom Fields

Your field (for example Quantity) will appear.

Step 3 — Map your data​

  1. Click into the field (for example Quantity)
  2. Select a numeric value from your data source
  3. Confirm the mapping

Mapping number value

Step 4 — Format the number (recommended)​

By default, numbers are converted to text automatically.
This may result in inconsistent formatting.

Use formatting functions in the template to control output.

Examples:

NUM(Quantity, 0, 2)
CURR(Quantity, 0, 2)
CONCAT("$", CURR(Quantity, 0, 2))
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Learn more about number formatting:
→ Formatting Numbers
→ Number Functions

Result​

When the scenario runs:

  • data is passed from your source
  • Eledo fills the Text Box
  • the formatted number is printed in the document

Next steps​

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