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How to Make PDF Files with Mac OS X
This document tells you how to generate PDF files on a Macintosh computer. PDF files are useful when you need to share a file with someone who uses a different kind of computer or applictions from you. They can also be used when printing with mPrint.
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About PDF Files
PDF stands for Portable Document Format. PDF is a file format developed by Adobe Systems that captures formatting information and allows the file to be displayed or printed on multiple computers and printers in its original format. Mac OS X includes the Preview program for opening PDF files.
How to Generate PDF Files
- Open the document of which you want to generate a PDF file.
- From the File menu, select Print.
- In the Print dialog box, click the PDF button, then select Save as PDF from the menu that pops up.
- In the Save to File dialog box, give your new PDF document a name and select a location on your computer in which to save it.
IMPORTANT! Your file name must end with the .pdf extension (for example, filename.pdf) to print correctly. Make sure the Hide Extension checkbox is unchecked so you can see the file extension and change it if need be.
Additional Resources
Visit ITCS's
Information System to obtain ITCS computer documentation
and other resources. A list of relevant documents follows:
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ITCS's Online Help Desk provides a variety of computing help resources.
For further help, send e-mail or phone (734) 764-HELP.
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