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Convert your file to PDF

Convert a file to PDF

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How to convert a file to a PDF.

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Select Upload file and choose the file that you want to convert to a PDF.

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Delight as Dropbox converts your file to a PDF with lightning speed.

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Download your PDF directly to your device.

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Documents

Convert documents to PDF

No matter which app you’re using, converting your files to PDFs can be done for free and in seconds with Dropbox – download the converted file with a click or sign in to share your PDF.

  • Convert Word documents to PDF: Dropbox makes it easy to convert .doc, .docx and .docm files from Microsoft Word into PDFs.
  • Convert PowerPoint files to PDF: Turn your .ppt and .pptx Microsoft PowerPoint presentation into a PDF file with the Dropbox PDF converter. 
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Images

Convert images to PDF

There’s no need to export image files to unfamiliar, third-party conversion software. With Dropbox, you can convert your images to PDF for free and in seconds. 

  • Convert JPG to PDF: Easily convert JPG (and JPEG) files to PDF from within your cloud storage.
  • Convert PNG to PDF: Images stored in the PNG format can have large file sizes. By converting a PNG to a PDF, you can reduce the file size considerably.
  • Other image formats: You can also convert other popular everyday image formats, including TIFF, JPEG2 and Bitmap files.
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Why convert files to PDF?

There are many reasons why you might want to convert a file to a PDF, for example:

Shield

Content and formatting

When sharing a raw file, the recipient can edit it freely when they open it, and some aspects may not display as intended. With a PDF, the fonts and format are locked, making it a more reliable way to share finished work.

Send

File format restrictions

When uploading files to certain platforms, or attaching them to online forms, formats can be restricted. PDFs are commonly accepted as they can contain documents, images, scans and more – all within a small file size.

Space

File size

PDFs can often be smaller than other formats, making them convenient for sharing in situations where file size limits are important.

Frequently asked questions

To convert an image file – such as a .jpg, .jpeg or .png – to a PDF, simply select your file from the Upload File button above and watch as Dropbox converts your file to a PDF with lightning speed. You can then download the converted file with a click or sign in to share your PDF.

To convert a text file – such as a .docx, .gdoc or .odt file – to a PDF, simply select your file from the Upload File button above and watch as Dropbox converts your file to a PDF with lightning speed. You can then download the converted file with a click or sign in to share your PDF.

To convert a presentation file – such as a .pptx or .ppt file – to a PDF, simply select your file from the Upload File button above and watch as Dropbox converts your file to a PDF with lightning speed. You can then download the converted file with a click or sign in to share your PDF.

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