Windows
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC is installed on all ILR issued Windows systems. Adobe Acrobat Reader DC enables viewing of PDF files. You will have the ability to convert Word and other document files to PDF's.
Additional Information & Requirements
For some, viewing PDF's and converting documents to PDF’s will not be enough. Some individuals will need more functionality. If you need to edit PDF’s, combine multiple PDF’s into one file, or work with digital signatures, you may need Adobe Acrobat Professional or Adobe Acrobat Pro DC. For those who require additional functionality, please submit an IT Service Request to Tech Services.
Below are instructions on how to convert a document to a PDF file on Windows and Mac operating systems.
Windows
1. File Menu
Within Word or the file you would like to convert to a PDF, go to File -> Print.
2. Select CutePDF Writer
Select the drop down menu -> select CutePDF Writer.
***Alternative***
If you have a problem with converting files using the CutePDF Writer, go to File -> Print and select Microsoft Print to PDF. Microsoft Print to PDF is another way to convert files to PDF’s.
3. Print
Choose Print.
4. Name File
A default file name will appear next to File name. You can keep the default name or change it to the right of File name. Choose Save. Also, when the file is converted and saved, the file won’t open in front of you after the document has been converted to a PDF. You will need to navigate to the location of where the file saved and open it manually. Before saving, make a mental note of where the file will save.
5. File Converted & Saved
Locate the file after saving. The default save location is Documents. In this example, the PDF was converted and saved to the desktop.
