Add Attachments to PDF - File Embedder for Make

What this module does

PDF4me Add Attachments to PDF embeds any file type — spreadsheets, images, Word documents, CSVs — directly inside a PDF within your Make scenario. Supply the base PDF and one or more attachment files, and the module returns a self-contained PDF bundle with all files embedded. Recipients can open the PDF and extract the attachments without any separate file transfers.

Each attachment file requires both a File Name and File binary

For each attachment you add in the module, provide a File Name (the display name inside the PDF, including extension) and the File binary content. If you download the attachment from cloud storage, map both the filename output and the data output from that download step into the attachment item.

Use an Iterator to attach a dynamic list of files

If the number of files to attach varies per scenario run, use a Make Iterator to loop through each file and feed them individually into the module. Chain the module's output into the next iteration so attachments accumulate. This handles compliance packages or client deliverables where the attachment count is data-driven.

Output Document Data is the base64-encoded PDF with all files embedded

The module returns Document Data (the enriched PDF with all attachments embedded) and Name (the output filename). Map Document Data directly into a storage upload module (Dropbox, Google Drive, SharePoint) or an email attachment field — no intermediate decoding step is required for most Make integrations.

Authenticating Your API Request

To access the PDF4me Web API through Make, every request must include proper authentication credentials. Authentication ensures secure communication and validates your identity as an authorized user, enabling seamless integration between your Make scenarios and PDF4me's powerful attachment services.

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Key Features

File Embedding: Attach any file type to PDF documents
Multiple Attachments: Add multiple files to single PDF
Portfolio Creation: Create comprehensive document packages
Supporting Evidence: Embed source data with reports
Self-Contained Documents: Create all-in-one document bundles

Parameters

Complete list of parameters for the Add Attachments to PDF module. Configure these parameters to control file embedding.

Important: Parameters marked with an asterisk (***) are required and must be provided for the module to function correctly.

Parameter	Type	Description	Example
File Name***	String	Source PDF Filename • Specify filename with .pdf extension • Map from previous module output • Main PDF to attach files to • Supports dynamic naming	`main_document.pdf`
Document***	Buffer	PDF File Content • Map PDF file buffer from previous module • Source from Dropbox, Google Drive, HTTP • Binary PDF to receive attachments • Main document container	`[PDF Buffer]`
Attachment	Array	Files to Embed • File Name - Name of attachment file • File - Binary file content to attach • Multiple attachments can be added • Any file type supported	See module config

Output

The PDF4me Add Attachments to PDF module returns comprehensive output data for seamless Make scenario integration:

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JSON
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Table View

Response data in a structured table format:

Parameter	Type	Description
Name	String	Output PDF filename with embedded attachments
Document Data	Binary	PDF with attached files in Base64 format

JSON Response Format

The raw JSON response from the module:

{
  "Temp": {
    "Document": {
      "Name": "document_with_attachments.pdf",
      "Data": "[Base64 PDF with Attachments]"
    }
  }
}

Scenario Examples

The PDF4me Add Attachments to PDF module in Make provides comprehensive scenario templates for attachment automation:

Report Packages
Compliance Packages
Client Deliverables
Portfolio Creation

Automated Report with Supporting Data Package Scenario

Transform your reporting with automated attachment inclusion:

Complete Scenario Steps:

Trigger: Monthly report generation completed
Get Report PDF: Download generated report document
Get Source Excel: Retrieve raw data Excel spreadsheet
Get Backup Data: Download CSV backup data file
Attach Both Files: Embed Excel and CSV in report PDF
Upload Package: Save complete package to Google Drive
Email Stakeholders: Send self-contained report bundle
Archive Package: Store complete documentation together

Business Benefits:

Creates 40+ comprehensive report packages monthly
Provides source data with every report automatically
Eliminates separate attachment management
Ensures stakeholders have all supporting materials

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Industry Use Cases & Applications

Legal & Compliance
Finance & Accounting
Project Management
Education & Research

Case Documentation: Attach evidence files to legal briefs
Compliance Submissions: Embed supporting documents in reports
Contract Packages: Attach exhibits and schedules to contracts
Court Filings: Include all required attachments in filings

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