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How to Create PDFs on iPhone: Our Mobile Guide

Sat. 16 Nov. 20242013

Creating PDFs on your iPhone is a convenient way to save and share documents, images, and notes.

Whether you're converting photos, notes, or web pages, we have a way for you to create PDFs easily from your mobile.


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Method 1: Using PDF Reader Pro

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Using PDF Reader Pro for iOS and Android:

Step 1: Download the app

Install PDF Reader Pro from the App Store.



Step 2: Open the app

Launch the app and tap on the "+" icon to create a new file.



Step 3: Select Content

Import images or files from your device or cloud storage.



Step 4: Save as PDF

After organizing your content, tap on “Share” and choose “Save as PDF.”



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Method 2: Using the Notes App

One of the simplest ways to create a PDF on your iPhone is through the Notes app. Here’s how to do it:



Here are the instructions:

Step 1: Open the Notes App

Launch the Notes application on your iPhone.


Step 2: Create a New Note

Tap on the "New Note" icon to write your content.



Step 3: Add Content

Input text or add images that you wish to include in your PDF.



Step 4: Convert to PDF

  • Tap the Share icon (a square with an arrow pointing up).
  • Select Print from the sharing options.
  • On the Printer Options screen, pinch out on the preview of the note.



Step 5: Save as PDF

Tap the Share icon again and choose where to save or share your PDF.


Method 3: Using the Files App

If you have files stored in the Files app, you can easily create PDFs from these documents.



Step-by-Step Instructions:

Step 1: Open the Files App

Locate and open the Files app on your iPhone.


Step 2: Select the File

Find the document you want to convert to a PDF. This can be a Word document, image, etc.



Step 3: Create PDF

  • Tap on the file to open it.
  • Tap the Share icon.
  • Select Save as PDF from the options.
  • Choose a destination to save the PDF.


 

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Method 4: Converting Web Pages to PDF

You can also create PDFs from web pages directly from Safari.



Follow these instructions:

Step 1: Open Safari

Navigate to the web page you want to save as a PDF.


Step 2: Share the Page

Tap the Share icon at the bottom of the screen.



Step 3: Select Print

  • Choose Print from the menu.
  • Pinch out on the web page preview.




Step 4: Save PDF

Tap the Share icon again to save or distribute your new PDF.

PDF Reader Pro Best Features for Mobile

Did you know that PDF Reader Pro has so many amazing features for mobile? Have a look at the possibilities!



Feature Description

PDF Viewing

Supports viewing PDFs with zoom, scroll, and multi-tab capabilities.

Annotation Tools

Includes highlighters, text notes, freehand drawing, shapes, and stamps.

Text Search

Quick search within PDFs for specific text, phrases, or keywords.

PDF Editing

Allows text editing, font adjustments, and adding images to PDFs.

Document Signing

Sign documents digitally with customizable signatures.

Form Filling

Fill out interactive PDF forms, checkboxes, and radio buttons.

Cloud Integration

Sync with cloud services like Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive for easy access.

OCR (Optical Character Recognition)

Convert scanned documents or images to searchable text.

Password Protection

Add or remove passwords, encrypt or decrypt PDF files for security.

File Compression

Compress large PDF files without losing quality for easier sharing.

Split and Merge PDFs

Split large PDF documents into smaller files or merge multiple PDFs into one.

Reading Mode

Focused reading mode with page layout adjustment for a better experience.

Bookmarking & Notes

Add bookmarks and notes to keep track of important sections of a document.

Dark Mode

Switch to dark mode for a more comfortable reading experience in low light.

File Sharing

Share PDFs via email, messaging apps, or export to other file formats (e.g., images, text).

Multiple File Formats Supported

Open PDFs, images (JPEG, PNG), and other document formats (DOCX, TXT).


Creating PDFs on your iPhone is a straightforward process, whether you're using built-in apps or third-party software.

Choose the method that works best for your needs, and enjoy the convenience of managing your PDFs on the go!

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