PDF Sample File for API Integration
Test end-to-end API contracts for file upload, processing, and retrieval flows.
Recommended Starter File
| Filename | pdf_sample_file_250MB.pdf |
|---|---|
| Size | 250.0 MB |
| MIME | application/pdf |
| SHA256 | e9474e4cc673c0c227a6e807e04aa4ab1f88d3744243950a290869c53daa65df |
Validation Checklist
- Validate request/response schema for file endpoints.
- Confirm webhook or job-state transitions.
- Verify access-control behavior for file URLs.
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