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PDF preserves layout across devices
Unlike Word or HTML, PDF locks your fonts, spacing and page flow
so the document looks identical on every screen and printer.
Tip
Embed fonts before converting
When converting Office files, embed all fonts in the source
document first to avoid unexpected substitutions in the output
PDF.
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PDF/A is the archiving standard
PDF/A strips interactive features and embeds all resources so
files remain self-contained and readable for decades.
Tip
Remove hidden data before sharing
Use a PDF sanitiser or conversion round-trip to strip author
metadata, tracked changes and hidden layers before distributing
sensitive files.
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File size is driven by images
A text-only PDF is typically under 100 KB. Images, embedded fonts
and vector graphics are the main contributors to larger file
sizes.
Tip
Check your source before converting
Spelling errors, broken links and missing images carry over into
the PDF, so proof the original document first.
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PDFs can contain interactive layers
Forms, digital signatures, JavaScript and layers are all valid PDF
features — standard viewers support them without plugins.
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Use PDF 1.7 or PDF 2.0 for best compatibility
Older PDF 1.4 files lack modern compression and security features;
target version 1.7+ for reliable support across current apps.
