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By Ed Bott


One of the most effective ways to share information is with the ubiquitous PDF file format. Every modern computing device includes the capability to read PDF files, which you can send as an email attachment or via a link to a cloud storage service.


Every copy of Windows 10 includes a built-in PDF print driver, which means you can turn anything you can print from a Windows app (including a web browser) into a PDF file with a few clicks.


From any app, use the Print command and then, in the Print dialog box, select Microsoft Print to PDF as the destination printer. Adjust other options, including the orientation and virtual page size, as needed Select Print, specify the name and location of the final document, and then click Start to create the document.


If you prefer a third-party PDF converter, you can remove the Microsoft PDF printer in either of two ways: Open Settings > Devices > Printers & Scanners, click the Microsoft Print to PDF option, and then click Remove Device. A more drastic alternative is to remove the entire feature: Search for the Turn Windows Features On Or Off dialog box and clear the box to the left of Microsoft Print to PDF.

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