Save MPDF to Folder

User

mpdf save in folder

Assistant

To save an MPDF-generated PDF to a folder instead of sending it directly to the browser, you can use the `Output()` method with the `MpdfOutputDestination::FILE` destination option. Here's how you can do it:

### Example

use MpdfMpdf;

require_once __DIR__ . '/vendor/autoload.php';

try {
    // Initialize MPDF
    $mpdf = new Mpdf();

    // Write content to PDF
    $mpdf->WriteHTML('<h1>Hello, World!</h1>');

    // Define the path where the PDF should be saved
    $filePath = __DIR__ . '/pdfs/my-document.pdf';

    // Ensure the directory exists
    if (!is_dir(dirname($filePath))) {
        mkdir(dirname($filePath), 0755, true); // Create directory with appropriate permissions
    }

    // Save the PDF to the specified path
    $mpdf->Output($filePath, MpdfOutputDestination::FILE);

    echo "PDF saved successfully to {$filePath}";
} catch (MpdfMpdfException $e) {
    echo "An error occurred: " . $e->getMessage();
}

### Explanation
1. **Directory Check**: Ensure the directory exists where you want to save the PDF. Use `mkdir()` if the folder doesn't exist.
2. **File Path**: Specify the absolute or relative path to save the file.
3. **Output Method**: Use `MpdfOutputDestination::FILE` to save the PDF instead of displaying it in the browser.

### Notes
– Ensure the PHP script has write permissions for the directory.
– You can change the path and filename (`my-document.pdf`) as needed.
– If using this in a Laravel application, you can save the PDF to the `storage` directory and use Laravel's file system helpers.

Let me know if you need help adapting this for a specific use case!

User

$mpdf->SetHTMLHeader($header, '', true);
$mpdf->SetHTMLFooter($footer);

$mpdf->WriteHTML($html);

// Output the PDF (inline in the browser)
// Output PDF as a string
$pdfContent = $mpdf->output();
//$filename = date('Ymd').'_invoice_report.pdf';
$filename = $order_id.'_invoice.pdf';

if($savePdf == '1') {
//echo $html; die();

$storagePath = public_path('pdfs/invoices');
file_put_contents($storagePath . '/' . $filename, $pdfContent);

return $filename;

}
not working

Assistant

The issue with your code lies in the way you are using the `output()` method of MPDF. When using `output()` without specifying a destination, it sends the content directly to the browser. To get the PDF as a string (so you can save it), you need to pass `MpdfOutputDestination::STRING_RETURN` to the `output()` method.

Here's the corrected code:

$mpdf->SetHTMLHeader($header, '', true);
$mpdf->SetHTMLFooter($footer);
$mpdf->WriteHTML($html);

// Define the filename
$filename = $order_id . '_invoice.pdf';

// Check if the PDF needs to be saved
if ($savePdf == '1') {
    // Specify the directory to save the PDF
    $storagePath = public_path('pdfs/invoices');

    // Ensure the directory exists
    if (!is_dir($storagePath)) {
        mkdir($storagePath, 0755, true);
    }

    // Output PDF as a string
    $pdfContent = $mpdf->Output('', MpdfOutputDestination::STRING_RETURN);

    // Save the PDF file
    file_put_contents($storagePath . '/' . $filename, $pdfContent);

    return $filename;
} else {
    // Output the PDF inline in the browser
    $mpdf->Output($filename, MpdfOutputDestination::INLINE);
}

### Key Changes
1. **String Output**:
– Use `MpdfOutputDestination::STRING_RETURN` in the `Output()` method to get the PDF content as a string.
2. **Directory Creation**:
– Check if the directory exists, and create it using `mkdir()` if it doesn't.
3. **Save the File**:
– Use `file_put_contents()` to save the PDF content to the specified path.

### Laravel Helper
If you're working in Laravel, the `public_path()` helper resolves the path to the `public` directory. Ensure the `pdfs/invoices` directory exists or is created dynamically.

Let me know if this works for you!

User

now "Error in create zip reportUndefined array key "data""

Assistant

The error **"Undefined array key 'data'"** occurs when your code tries to access a non-existent key in an array. This is unrelated to MPDF but could be caused by how you're handling input, processing data, or generating the ZIP file in your script.

Here are some steps to identify and resolve the issue:

—

### 1. **Locate the Error Source**
Check the full error stack trace or the code around the error. Look for where the key `'data'` is being accessed.

Example:

$data = $array['data']; // This will throw an error if 'data' does not exist.

—

### 2. **Check if the Key Exists**
Before accessing `'data'`, ensure it exists using `isset()` or `array_key_exists()`.

if (isset($array['data'])) {
    $data = $array['data'];
} else {
    // Handle the missing key
    $data = []; // Or set a default value
}

—

### 3. **Debug the Data Source**
If the array is being populated from a database query, external API, or user input, ensure the `'data'` key is being properly set.

– **Database Query**: Verify the query is returning results.
– **API Response**: Check the API response structure and ensure `'data'` is included.
– **User Input**: Validate user inputs or forms.

—

### 4. **Handle Missing Keys Globally**
If the array could sometimes lack `'data'` but it's not critical, set a default value using the null coalescing operator:

$data = $array['data'] ?? [];

—

### 5. **Debugging Suggestions**
Add logging or `var_dump()` statements to inspect the structure of the array.

var_dump($array);

—

### Example in Context
If you're trying to create a ZIP file and the `'data'` key is missing from the input, the issue might be with how the input is structured.

if (isset($reportData['data'])) {
    // Use 'data' to generate the report
    $data = $reportData['data'];
} else {
    throw new Exception("Missing 'data' key in report data.");
}

—

### If Related to MPDF
If this error is happening while generating or saving the PDF, the issue might be with how `$reportData` or a similar variable is passed into your MPDF logic.

Check how the `$reportData` array is built:

$reportData = [
    'header' => $header,
    'footer' => $footer,
    'data'   => $html, // Ensure 'data' is defined here
];

If you still face issues, please share the specific code or context where the `'data'` key is used, and I’ll provide a tailored solution.

User

public function generateInvoicesave($paymentID, $savePdf='')
{
$paymentID = Crypt::decrypt($paymentID);

$paymentDetails=Payments::find($paymentID);
$project_id=$paymentDetails->project_id;
$order_id=$paymentDetails->order_id;
$projects=Project::where(['id'=>$project_id])->first();
$filename = $order_id.'_invoice.pdf';
$getCorporatedesign = getCorporatedesign($project_id);

if($getCorporatedesign['details']) {
if($getCorporatedesign['details']['corporatedesign'] == 'client') {
$client_id = $getCorporatedesign['details']['id'] ?? '0';
$clientno = sprintf('%03d', $client_id);
} else {
$coach_id = $getCorporatedesign['details']['id'] ?? '0';
$clientno = sprintf('%03d', $coach_id);
}

$salutation = $getCorporatedesign['details']['salutation'];
$first_name = $getCorporatedesign['details']['first_name'];
$last_name = $getCorporatedesign['details']['last_name'];
$fullname = $salutation.' '.$first_name.' '.$last_name;

$company_name = $getCorporatedesign['details']['company_name'];
$address = ($getCorporatedesign['details']['address1'] ?? '')." ".($getCorporatedesign['details']['address2'] ?? '');
$city = $getCorporatedesign['details']['city'];
$zip_code = $getCorporatedesign['details']['zip_code'];
$country_id = $getCorporatedesign['details']['country_id'];
$country = getCountryName($country_id) ?? 'Germany';
}

$invoices=[];
$projectInvoiceDetails = $projects->paymentInvoiceDetails($paymentID);
$invoices[] = $projectInvoiceDetails;

$invoice_date = convertDateTimeToFormatDate($paymentDetails->transaction_date_time);
$invoice_number = date("Y/m/d",strtotime($paymentDetails->transaction_date_time))."/".$clientno.'/'.$paymentDetails->invoice_number;

// Manual Testing
$langId = 1; // 1: English, 3: German
$vat_comp = '';

$html="";
$html.="

<style>
body{ background:url(/img/invoice_bg.jpg) no-repeat center center; background-size: 1000px 500px;height:100vh;font-family: 'SwitzerRegular', sans-serif;}
        .table_invoice{ width:1080px; margin:100px auto 100px; font-family:'SwitzerRegular', sans-serif; font-size:16px; line-height:24px;padding:0px 40px}

        table.table {
            width: 100%;
            border-collapse: separate;
            border-spacing: 0;
        }
        table.table thead tr, table.table tfoot tr {
            background-color: white;
            border-radius: 20px;
            padding: 0px;
        }
        table.table thead tr th{text-align:left; padding:10px 5px}
        table.table tfoot tr td{text-align:left; padding:10px 5px; font-weight:bold;}  

        table.table  td{     color: #090607;}
  
        table.table  tbody tr {
            padding: 10px 0; 
        }

        table.table  tbody td {
            padding: 20px 5px; 
        }

        table.table  tbody tr + tr {
            margin-top: 10px; 
        }
      
        table.table thead th:first-child, tfoot td:first-child {
            border-top-left-radius: 20px;
            border-bottom-left-radius: 20px;
        }
        table.table thead th:last-child, table.table tfoot td:last-child {
            border-top-right-radius: 20px;
            border-bottom-right-radius: 20px;
        }
        table.table  tbody td {
            padding: 10px 20px;
        }
      
        .cardBtn{  color:#fff; color:#fff; font-size:24px; border-radius:30px; text-decoration:none;
            background:#1f75ff; padding:10px 40px; font-weight:bold;
        }
</style>

";
$html.='

';

if($langId == 1) {

$html .= '

##Company_Name##
'.$first_name.' '.$last_name.''.$address.''.$zip_code." ".$city.''.$country.'

INVOICE

Customer ID
'.$clientno.'

Invoice number
'.$invoice_number.'

Invoice date
'.$invoice_date.'
';
if($vat_comp!=''){
$html .= '
VAT
'.$vat_comp.'
';
}
$html .= '

Hi '.$fullname.'

Thank you for choosing feedback4you GmbH. We have prepared an invoice for the following services:

Service
Order ID
QTY
Price/unit
Net
VAT
Gross

';
$netTotal = '0';
$grossTotal = '0';
foreach ($invoices as $inv)
{
if(is_array($inv) && !is_null($inv))
{
$netTotal = ($inv['number_of_participants'] * $inv['perUnitPrice']);
$grossTotal = ($netTotal + $inv['vat_amount']);
if($inv['coupon_value'] > 0) {
$grossTotal = (($netTotal – $inv['coupon_value']) + $inv['vat_amount']);
}

$html .= '
'.$inv['project_name'].'
'.$inv['order_id'].'
'.$inv['number_of_participants'].'
'.euroFormat($inv['perUnitPrice'], true).'
'.euroFormat($netTotal, true).'
'.euroFormat($inv['vat_amount'], true).'
'.euroFormat($grossTotal, true).'
';
}
}
if($inv['coupon_value'] > 0) {
$html .= '

Coupon Applied

'.euroFormat($inv['coupon_value'], true).'
';
}
$html .= '

Total
'.euroFormat($netTotal, true).'
'.euroFormat($inv['vat_amount'], true).'
'.euroFormat($grossTotal, true).'

';

if($country!='Germany'){
$html .= 'Reverse-Charge';
}
$html .= ' The service date corresponds with the invoice date.
The payment will be processed through electronic payment method:

'.ucfirst($paymentDetails->payment_method).'

If you have any questions or require assistance, our customer service is here to help:
##Email##

This is an automatically generated invoice and is valid without a manual signature.

';
} else {
$html .= '

##Company_Name##
'.$first_name.' '.$last_name.''.$address.''.$zip_code." ".$city.''.$country.'

INVOICE

Kundennummer
'.$clientno.'

Rechnungsnummer
'.$invoice_number.'

Rechnungsdatum
'.$invoice_date.'
';
if($vat_comp!=''){
$html .= '
USt-IdNr.
'.$vat_comp.'
';
}
$html .= '

Hallo '.$fullname.'

Vielen Dank, dass Sie sich für die feedback4you GmbH entschieden haben. Wir haben eine Rechnung für die folgenden Leistungen vorbereit:

Leistung
Bestell-ID
Menge
Preis/Einhei
Netto
MwSt.
Brutto

';
$netTotal = '0';
$grossTotal = '0';
foreach ($invoices as $inv)
{
if(is_array($inv) && !is_null($inv))
{
$netTotal = ($inv['number_of_participants'] * $inv['perUnitPrice']);
$grossTotal = ($netTotal + $inv['vat_amount']);
if($inv['coupon_value'] > 0) {
$grossTotal = (($netTotal – $inv['coupon_value']) + $inv['vat_amount']);
}

$html .= '
'.$inv['project_name'].'
'.$inv['order_id'].'
'.$inv['number_of_participants'].'
'.euroFormat($inv['perUnitPrice'], true).'
'.euroFormat($netTotal, true).'
'.euroFormat($inv['vat_amount'], true).'
'.euroFormat($grossTotal, true).'
';
}
}
if($inv['coupon_value'] > 0) {
$html .= '

Gutschein angewendet

'.euroFormat($inv['coupon_value'], true).'
';
}
$html .= '

Gesamtbetrag
'.euroFormat($netTotal, true).'
'.euroFormat($inv['vat_amount'], true).'
'.euroFormat($grossTotal, true).'

Das Leistungsdatum entspricht dem Rechnungsdatum.
Die Zahlung wird über ein elektronisches Zahlungsmittelabgewickelt.

Credit Card

Falls Sie Fragen haben oder Unterstützung benötigen, steht Ihnen unser Kundenservice gerne zur Verfügung:
##Email##

Dies ist eine automatisch generierte Rechnung und ist ohne Unterschrift gültig.

';

}

$html .= '

';

$find = array("##Company_Name##","##Address1##","##Pincode##","##CityName##","##Phone##","##Email##","##Country##");
$replace = array($company_name,'Stefan-George-Ring 24','D-81929','Munchen',"+49 89 12 50 90 528","billing@feedback4you.com","Germany");
$html = str_replace($find, $replace, $html);
$mpdf = app('mpdf');
$mpdf->SetDisplayMode('fullpage');

//echo $html; die();

$header = '';
$footer = '

feedback4you GmbH
VAT: DE123451234

Birkenfeldstr. 8
85649 Brunnthal
Germany
billing@feedback4you.com

Sparkasse Freising Moosburg
IBAN: DE30 7005 1003 0026 1254 92
BIC: BYLADEM1FSI

';

$mpdf->SetHTMLHeader($header, '', true);
$mpdf->SetHTMLFooter($footer);

$mpdf->WriteHTML($html);

// Output the PDF (inline in the browser)
// Output PDF as a string

//$filename = date('Ymd').'_invoice_report.pdf';
$filename = $order_id.'_invoice.pdf';

if($savePdf == '1') {
//echo $html; die();

$storagePath = public_path('pdfs/invoices');
$pdfContent = $mpdf->Output('', 'S');
file_put_contents($storagePath . '/' . $filename, $pdfContent);

return $filename;

}
//return $filename;

}
when calling this function from controller its work for first file but for other it gives undefined indes=x data error

Assistant

The provided code snippet appears to construct an invoice HTML layout dynamically, using a mix of PHP logic and HTML/CSS. While the code structure is clear, there are potential issues and areas of improvement. Below is a detailed analysis and suggestions for improvement:

### Potential Issues and Solutions:

1. **Undefined Array Key "data"**:
– If `Undefined array key "data"` error occurs, it might be caused by `getCorporatedesign($project_id)` not returning the expected structure. Ensure the function returns an array with the required keys or handle `null` and undefined keys safely:

$getCorporatedesign = getCorporatedesign($project_id) ?? [];
     $details = $getCorporatedesign['details'] ?? [];

2. **Empty Variables**:
– Some variables such as `$fullname`, `$address`, or `$company_name` depend on `getCorporatedesign`. Add default values to prevent errors:

$salutation = $details['salutation'] ?? '';
     $first_name = $details['first_name'] ?? '';
     $last_name = $details['last_name'] ?? '';
     $fullname = trim($salutation . ' ' . $first_name . ' ' . $last_name);

3. **Missing Key Validations**:
– Validate keys like `$inv['coupon_value']` and `$inv['vat_amount']` to prevent errors when they are not present:

$coupon_value = $inv['coupon_value'] ?? 0;
     $vat_amount = $inv['vat_amount'] ?? 0;

4. **HTML Injection Risks**:
– Use `htmlspecialchars` or a similar function to sanitize dynamic content to avoid XSS attacks:

$company_name = htmlspecialchars($details['company_name'] ?? '', ENT_QUOTES, 'UTF-8');

5. **Error in Dynamic HTML**:
– Ensure `$langId` is handled correctly. If `$langId` is undefined, it might generate incomplete HTML. Use a default value:

$langId = $langId ?? 1; // Default to English

6. **Performance**:
– If the invoice generation involves large data, optimize queries by eager loading relationships:

$paymentDetails = Payments::with('project')->find($paymentID);

7. **Dynamic Paths**:
– Use the Laravel asset helper for paths like `/img/invoice_bg.jpg` to make it work on different environments:

<body style="background:url('{{ asset('img/invoice_bg.jpg') }}')">

8. **Coupon Application Logic**:
– Verify the logic for applying coupons:

if ($coupon_value > 0) {
         $grossTotal = (($netTotal - $coupon_value) + $vat_amount);
     }

### General Recommendations:

– **Modularize the Code**:
Extract repetitive sections (like the invoice table or header/footer HTML) into reusable functions or Blade components for better maintainability.

– **Logging**:
Log the data being processed if errors persist:

Log::info('Invoice Data: ', compact('paymentDetails', 'projectInvoiceDetails', 'invoices'));

– **PDF Generation**:
If you’re using a library like Dompdf, ensure the generated HTML is valid and follows the library’s limitations (e.g., no unsupported CSS or JS).

– **Error Handling**:
Wrap critical parts of the code in try-catch blocks to provide meaningful error messages:

try {
      $paymentDetails = Payments::findOrFail($paymentID);
  } catch (Exception $e) {
      return response()->json(['error' => 'Payment details not found.'], 404);
  }

– **Testing**:
Use PHPUnit or manual testing to ensure the function handles edge cases like missing or incorrect data gracefully.

Implementing these improvements should resolve the issue and make the codebase more robust and maintainable.

User

after adding this code
$pdfContent = $mpdf->Output('', 'S');

Assistant

The line `$pdfContent = $mpdf->Output('', 'S');` is used to generate the PDF content as a string without directly saving or outputting it to the browser. Here's what happens after adding this line:

1. **Output as a String (`'S'`)**:
– The `Output()` method in `mPDF` accepts two arguments:
– The first argument specifies the name of the PDF file.
– The second argument specifies the mode of output. `'S'` means the PDF content is returned as a string instead of being displayed or saved.
– This is useful if you want to process the PDF further, such as saving it to a database, sending it via email, or logging it.

2. **What You Can Do with `$pdfContent`**:
– **Save to Database**: Store `$pdfContent` in a database as a `BLOB` or text, depending on your needs.
– **Send via Email**: Attach `$pdfContent` as a file in an email using a library like PHPMailer.
– **Further Processing**: Modify or pass it to another service.

3. **Common Use Cases**:
– Save the PDF content to a specific file system path:

file_put_contents('path/to/file.pdf', $pdfContent);

– Attach the PDF to an email:

$mail->addStringAttachment($pdfContent, 'invoice.pdf');

4. **Avoid Memory Overuse**:
– Ensure you manage memory properly, especially with large PDFs, as storing the content in `$pdfContent` can consume significant memory.

5. **Alternate Modes**:
– If you wish to save the file directly:

$mpdf->Output('/path/to/file.pdf', 'F'); // Save to file

– If you want to display it in the browser:

$mpdf->Output(); // Defaults to 'I' mode (inline display)

Would you like assistance with saving, emailing, or further processing the generated PDF?

User

$filename = $order_id.'_invoice.pdf';

if($savePdf == '1') {
//echo $html; die();

$storagePath = public_path('pdfs/invoices');
$mpdf->Output($storagePath . '/' . $filename, 'F');
//file_put_contents($storagePath . '/' . $filename, $pdfContent);

return $filename;

}
this cause undefined index data in array

Assistant

The `undefined index` error in your code typically occurs when you're trying to access an array key that doesn't exist. In this context, it might not directly relate to the `$mpdf->Output()` method, but rather to the logic involving `$order_id`, `$savePdf`, or how the function is being used.

### Debugging Steps

1. **Check `$order_id`**:
– Ensure `$order_id` is properly set and not empty.
– Add a debug line before this block:

if (!isset($order_id)) {
         dd('Order ID is not set');
     }

2. **Check `$savePdf`**:
– Confirm that `$savePdf` is being passed and has a valid value.
– Add a debug line:

if (!isset($savePdf)) {
         dd('Save PDF flag is not set');
     }

3. **Verify `public_path('pdfs/invoices')`**:
– Ensure the directory exists and is writable.
– Add a debug line:

if (!is_dir(public_path('pdfs/invoices'))) {
         dd('PDF storage directory does not exist');
     }

4. **Check for Errors in `$mpdf->Output()`**:
– If `$mpdf->Output()` fails due to an issue with `$filename` or the storage path, you might encounter this indirectly.
– Debug `$filename`:

if (empty($filename)) {
         dd('Filename is not set');
     }

5. **Trace Function Usage**:
– If this block of code is inside a function or controller, check how the function is called. If `data` is part of an array being passed, verify the array structure.

### Corrected Code with Debugging

$filename = $order_id . '_invoice.pdf';

if (!isset($order_id)) {
    dd('Order ID is not set');
}

if (!isset($savePdf)) {
    dd('Save PDF flag is not set');
}

if (!is_dir(public_path('pdfs/invoices'))) {
    dd('PDF storage directory does not exist');
}

if ($savePdf == '1') {
    try {
        $storagePath = public_path('pdfs/invoices');
        $mpdf->Output($storagePath . '/' . $filename, 'F');
        return $filename;
    } catch (Exception $e) {
        dd('Error while generating PDF: ' . $e->getMessage());
    }
}

### Potential Causes of Undefined Index in Arrays

If you still encounter the error:
– The error might be unrelated to this block and instead caused elsewhere, such as in:
– Data passed to `mPDF`.
– Data used before or after this code.
– Search your code for any usage of `$_POST`, `$_GET`, or arrays where `data` is accessed:

$data['key']; // Ensure 'key' exists in $data

Let me know if you'd like further assistance debugging!

User

foreach ($request->ids as $id)
{
$cryptID=Crypt::encrypt($id);

$filename=$pdfController->generateInvoicesave($cryptID,1);

if(file_exists('/home/u923455722/domains/webholzer.in/public_html/public/pdfs/invoices/'.$filename))
{
$files[]='/home/u923455722/domains/webholzer.in/public_html/public/pdfs/invoices/'.$filename; // Example file path

}
//break;
}

work for single id but if loop continues "Error in create zip reportUndefined array key "data""

Assistant

The issue you're encountering, `Undefined array key "data"`, suggests that something inside your loop or in a subsequent operation is attempting to access an array key named `"data"` that doesn't exist. This could occur due to several reasons, particularly in the context of the `generateInvoicesave` function or the way the `file_exists` and `$files[]` array is being handled.

Here's how you can debug and fix the issue:

—

### 1. **Check `generateInvoicesave`**
– Verify that `generateInvoicesave` correctly handles multiple iterations.
– If it relies on global or static variables, ensure they are reset or managed properly for each iteration.

—

### 2. **Debug `$cryptID` and `$filename`**
– Add debugging output to ensure each iteration is generating the expected values:

foreach ($request->ids as $id) {
         $cryptID = Crypt::encrypt($id);
         $filename = $pdfController->generateInvoicesave($cryptID, 1);

         dd($cryptID, $filename); // Add this temporarily to inspect values.
     }

—

### 3. **Validate File Paths**
– Ensure `file_exists` and the path concatenation logic are consistent.
– Paths should not contain unexpected characters, missing directories, or malformed strings.

—

### 4. **Inspect the `$files[]` Array**
– Add debugging to confirm files are being added correctly:

if (file_exists('/home/u923455722/domains/webholzer.in/public_html/public/pdfs/invoices/' . $filename)) {
         $filePath = '/home/u923455722/domains/webholzer.in/public_html/public/pdfs/invoices/' . $filename;
         $files[] = $filePath;
         dd($files); // Debug to check the array structure.
     }

—

### 5. **Ensure `$request->ids` Is Properly Formed**
– Validate the structure of `$request->ids`:

if (empty($request->ids) || !is_array($request->ids)) {
         dd('Request IDs are missing or not an array');
     }

—

### 6. **Review Zip Creation Logic**
– If the loop works fine but the error occurs during zip file creation, review the logic that processes `$files`. For example:

$zip = new ZipArchive();
     $zipFileName = 'invoices.zip';
     if ($zip->open($zipFileName, ZipArchive::CREATE) !== TRUE) {
         dd('Could not create zip file');
     }

     foreach ($files as $file) {
         if (!file_exists($file)) {
             dd("File does not exist: $file");
         }
         $zip->addFile($file, basename($file));
     }

     $zip->close();

—

### Full Corrected Code Example

$files = [];
$basePath = '/home/u923455722/domains/webholzer.in/public_html/public/pdfs/invoices/';

if (empty($request->ids) || !is_array($request->ids)) {
    dd('Request IDs are missing or not an array');
}

foreach ($request->ids as $id) {
    $cryptID = Crypt::encrypt($id);
    $filename = $pdfController->generateInvoicesave($cryptID, 1);

    if (empty($filename)) {
        dd('Filename is empty for ID: ' . $id);
    }

    $filePath = $basePath . $filename;
    if (file_exists($filePath)) {
        $files[] = $filePath;
    } else {
        dd("File not found: $filePath");
    }
}

// Debug to ensure all files are gathered
dd($files);

// Proceed with zip creation if all files are valid
$zip = new ZipArchive();
$zipFileName = $basePath . 'invoices.zip';

if ($zip->open($zipFileName, ZipArchive::CREATE) !== TRUE) {
    dd('Could not create zip file');
}

foreach ($files as $file) {
    $zip->addFile($file, basename($file));
}

$zip->close();

—

### Key Fixes
1. Validate `$request->ids` as an array before looping.
2. Debug `$cryptID`, `$filename`, and `$filePath` to catch issues early.
3. Ensure `file_exists` paths are correct for each iteration.
4. Check `$files[]` structure to confirm all files are added.
5. Handle zip creation logic and validate files before adding them to the zip.

Let me know how this works for you!

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