Learn the quick and easy ways to convert your Microsoft Word documents into PDF files. Converting to PDF preserves your formatting and ensures your document looks the same on any device.
With your document open, click the File tab located in the top-left corner of the Word ribbon.
From the menu that appears on the left, choose the Save As option.
Click Browse to open the Save As dialog box. Navigate to the folder where you want to save your new PDF file.
Click the 'Save as type' dropdown menu below the file name. Select PDF (*.pdf) from the list of options.
Optionally, rename your file. Click the Save button. Word will now create a PDF version of your document in the selected location.
Tips for Converting Word to PDF
Before saving, click the Options... button to control the page range, image quality, and include document properties.
Hyperlinks in your Word document will automatically remain clickable in the final PDF, perfect for sharing documents online.
In the Options... menu, you can check 'Encrypt the document with a password' to add security to your file.
You can also go to File > Print and select 'Microsoft Print to PDF' as your printer to create a PDF file.
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