Windows 10 is getting smarter every year when Microsoft releases new software updates. With Windows 10, Microsoft introduces a ton of new features, while revamping things we have loved since the days of Windows 8 and Windows 7. The Redmond company rolls out new updates to Windows 10 users on a semi-regular basis in an attempt to improve the user experience.
Last month, Microsoft launched the April 2018 Update following months of beta testing. The update comes with a lot of things we have been expecting to see for years, ranging from TimeLine, dictation to nearby sharing and focus assist.
The coolest part is that the update helps things we do every day much better and faster. One such thing lies in the ability to convert Excel documents to PDF format. Converting a document into a PDF file is one of the smartest things to do if you want to share it with your friends or family. However, the process might not be straightforward. With that in mind, we can help you out.
In this guide, we are going to show you how to convert Excel documents to PDF format. Before we begin, make sure you now have a modern version of Windows 10 on your PC. Keep in mind that a new software update helps you fix some minor issues.
Method 1: Using the Export menu
There are two major methods you can convert an Excel document to a PDF file. If you don’t want to install some kind of software on your PC, then you can use a built-in Export tool. The process is pretty simple and we will cover how in the section below.
Step one: First off, open an Excel document you wish to convert to PDF format on your PC, and then click on File menu at the top left corner of the screen
Step two: Next up, select Export from the list of options and click on Create PDF/XPS Document option
Step three: On the pop-up window, select where you want to store your PDF file. After that, Select PDF (*.pdf) option from the Save as type option
Step four: Now just simply hit the Publish button to complete the task.
Alternatively, you can quickly convert an Excel file to a PDF file using the Save As option. To do this, open the Excel file you wish to convert to PDF format, then click on File and select Save As from the list of options. Now just select where you want to save your file, and then click on Save type as option. Now, select PDF from the list. Once you are done, hit the Save button to complete the task.
Method 2: Using third-party software
There are a ton of third-party apps or software that help you convert your Excel documents to PDF format. However, we recommend you use online converters as it eliminates the need for third-party apps to be installed on your PC.
If you do a quick Google search, you should find a lot of online converters. All you need to do is to select one and follow the instructions to convert your Excel files to PDF format. You can use some popular online converters like Soda PDF, Online2PDF, or Smartpdf.
Method 3: Print to PDF
Windows includes a built-in printing tool that allows you to quickly convert your Excel file to PDF format. The process is pretty simple and we will show you how below.
Step one: First off, open the Excel file you wish to convert to PDF format, and then select File from the top left corner of the screen
Step two: Next up, select Print from the list of options. Under the Printer section, select Microsoft Print to PDF option from the list
Step three: Now just follow the on-screen instructions to complete the task. Make sure you select where you want to store your PDF file.
If you now own a Mac, you can use the Save As menu to convert any Excel document to PDF format. However, the process might be unknown to many folks. Don’t worry, we are here to help.
Step one: Open the Excel document you wish to convert to PDF format. After that, then click on File from the Apple menu and select Save As from the list of options
Step two: Select PDF from the menu next to File Format and simply hit the Save button to complete the task.
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