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How to write and save a PDF in Microsoft, Google Docs, or Apple iWork Pages

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    How to write and save a PDF in Apple iWork Pages

    1. In Pages, create a new document or open an existing document.
    2. Write the new doc as you would any other normal Pages document. You can also edit your existing doc before converting to a PDF.
    3. Click File from the top menu.
    4. Click Export To, then select the option for PDF.
    5. Click Next, then type a name for your PDF document. The .PDF extension will automatically apply to indicate it is a PDF file.
    6. Pick a location to save your PDF: click Where, then select your location and click Export.

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    How to write and save a PDF in Microsoft word

    1. In Microsoft Word, create a new document or open an existing document.
    2. Write the new doc as you would any other normal Google document. You can also edit your existing doc before converting to a PDF.
    3. Click File from the top menu.
    4. Click Save As.
    5. In the Save as type field, click the Arrow Down icon and then select PDF.
    6. Choose a location to save the file, then click Save.
    7. View your PDF file to make sure it looks as expected.

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    How to write and save a PDF in Google Docs

    1. In Google Docs, create a new document or open an existing document.
    2. Write the new doc as you would any other normal Google document. You can also edit your existing doc before converting to a PDF.
    3. Click File from the top menu.
    4. Click Download As, then select the option for PDF Document (PDF).
    5. The Google Doc will automatically download as a PDF. Depending on your browser, the location it downloads to may be different.
    6. View your PDF file to make sure it looks as expected.

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