Turn a Google Docs into a PDF

Convert Google Docs to PDF

Converting a Google Docs document into a PDF is a straightforward process. Here’s how to do it:

  1. Open Google Docs:

    Go to Google Docs (docs.google.com) and sign in to your Google account if you haven’t already.

  2. Open the Document:

    Open the Google Docs document that you want to convert to a PDF.

  3. Access the File Menu:

    Click on the “File” menu at the top-left corner of the screen.

  4. Select “Download”:

    In the File menu, hover over “Download” to reveal a sub-menu.

  5. Choose “PDF Document”:

    From the sub-menu, select “PDF Document (.pdf)” as the format you want to download the document in.

  6. Confirm Download:

    After selecting the PDF format, Google Docs will automatically start the download process. Depending on your browser settings, you may be prompted to choose a download location or the PDF file may download directly to your default download folder.

  7. Open the PDF:

    Once the download is complete, locate the PDF file on your computer and open it using a PDF viewer application such as Adobe Acrobat Reader or any other PDF reader you prefer.

That’s it! You’ve successfully turned your Google Docs document into a PDF. You can now view, share, or print the PDF file as needed. Watch the video below for a step-by-step guide on how to turn a Google Docs into a PDF.