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You can create a PDF file from Microsoft Word. This results in the conversion of a Word document to PDF file.

 

1) Have your Word document you're going to convert opened with Microsoft Word.

 

2) File->Print, choose PDF Creator printer as the default printer in Microsoft Word from the printer list.

 

3) As PDF Creator printer uses Microsoft Word printing options, by clicking the "Properties" button on the right of the side of the printer list, change the printing settings in Microsoft Word as you would have them appear in the PDF format. This includes the paper size, image compression, encryption, color space, etc. Change the settings to your preferences on the Print dialog box. Confirm the print job by clicking OK.

 

4) A creation dialog (Save-As dialog) will appear. You'll be given options about general document information for your PDF. Select and set these accordingly. Then save the file and specify the folder location in which you want it saved. You have to save it to create the PDF. The file will save with a .pdf file extension.

 

5) Once saved, if you didn't check the option to automatically have the PDF launched after creation, you may have to open the PDF again using a PDF viewer.