A PDF is a digital file that mimics a printed document.
To convert a physical document to a PDF using a Windows computer, follow these steps:
- Select Tools.
- Choose Create PDF.
- Click on Scanner and select Default Document.
- Select Scan.
Converting Files to PDF Format
Converting a file to PDF format is a simple process. Whether it’s a text document, a photo, or a webpage, here’s what you need to do:
- Before starting the conversion, go to the File menu.
- Select the Print command.
- In the next window, click on Save as PDF from the dropdown menu at the bottom left.
What Does Converting a Document to PDF Mean?
Converting a document to PDF format allows you to view it electronically. The PDF format, also known as Portable Document Format, is independent of the software, hardware, or operating system used.
Converting Files to PDF on a Mobile Device
To convert a file from a mobile device to PDF format, follow these steps:
- Open and download PDF Expert.
- Press and hold the blue + button at the bottom to choose the file you want to convert.
- Import the file from your computer, cloud storage, Photos, or the Files app.
- Click on More in the file options.
- Choose the Convert to PDF option.
- That’s it! Your prepared file will be ready.
Converting a Physical Document to a Digital Document
Adobe Scan, a free application available for Android and iOS devices, allows you to have all your physical documents on your smartphone or tablet. Developed by Adobe, a renowned software company in the field of graphic design, this essential utility converts paper files to PDF without the need for a scanner.
Converting Physical Text to Digital Text
You can use a scanner to digitize physical text. A flatbed scanner, which allows you to scan without separating pages or damaging the book’s binding, is a cost-effective and accurate option. This type of scanner can digitize anything placed on the glass, not just paper documents.
Downloading a PDF
Downloading a PDF means obtaining a file in Portable Document Format (PDF), developed by Adobe Systems, Inc. A PDF file preserves the original formatting of the document for printing and viewing on various platforms, such as Windows, UNIX, and Mac.
Digitizing Books
Books can be scanned using a book scanner, such as the IRIScan Book 5. Simply place it on the page and slide it from bottom to top. The document, book, or magazine can be digitized in seconds. The cost of digitizing a book starts at €0.07 per A4 page.
Converting Books to PDF
The cost of converting novels, simple textbooks, and poetry books to eBook (ePub or Mobi) or PDF format is €50 for up to 100 pages of A4 Word document, €90 for 100-200 pages, and €120 for 200-300 pages.