A man using a computer, on the screen is a PDF.
Posted on by Tim Aguirre

Save to PDF, Do Not Print

Using Microsoft Office on Mac OS

When you choose Save as in Word, PowerPoint, or Excel on a Mac, and select File Format: PDF, you get an additional choice:

Image of a PDF export options menu in Microsoft Word with electronic distribution selected.
  • Best for electronic distribution and accessibility (uses Microsoft online service)
  • Best for printing

Select Best for electronic distribution and accessibility, then Export.

Choosing the correct settings only takes a few extra seconds but makes a world of difference for accessibility.

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