[Public] Author Entity in PDF Metadata
The Use of Separators in PDF Metadata for Author Names
When adding author names to a PDF’s metadata, most PDF editors automatically detect multiple authors if a comma is used. This behavior is beyond our control and may lead to unintended results.
To avoid this issue, it is recommended to use alternative separators such as a vertical bar ("|") or a hyphen ("-") instead of a comma when treating the author as a single entity.
Why Avoid Commas?
- PDF editors interpret commas as a delimiter, which can split a single author name into multiple authors.
- Using a different separator ensures that the author is recognized as a single entity in the metadata.
Reference Cases
Similar issues have been discussed in the Adobe Community:
By following this approach, we can maintain consistency and prevent unintended separation of author names in PDF metadata.