How to Convert TIFF to PDF

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Converting a TIFF image to the PDF format can make it easier for people to open the file. We'll show you how to save a TIFF file in the PDF format using an online converter, which is free, and Adobe Acrobat, which requires a license.

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Using an Online Converter

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\n"> Open the TIFF to PDF site. Go to http://tiff2pdf.com/ in your web browser.

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Click UPLOAD FILES . This teal button is in the middle of the page. A File Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Mac) window will open.

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You may first have to open the TIFF file's location by clicking the folder it's in on the left side of the window.

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Click Open . It's in the bottom-right corner of the window. The file will begin uploading to the site.

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Wait for the file to upload. Once the file finishes uploading, you'll see a DOWNLOAD button below its icon in the middle of the page.

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The PDF file should now open in your computer's default PDF reader when double-clicked.

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Using Adobe Acrobat

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If you only need to convert one file, you can download a free trial of Adobe Acrobat Pro from Adobe's download page to temporarily use the paid features.

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\n"> Open Adobe Acrobat. Its app icon resembles the triangular Adobe logo on a black background.

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\n"> Click File . This is in the upper-left corner of the window. A drop-down menu will appear.

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Click Create PDF Online… . It's an option near the top of the File drop-down menu. A new window will open.

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Click Select Files to Convert to PDF . This blue button is in the middle of the page. A File Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Mac) window will appear.

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You may first have to open the TIFF file's location by clicking the folder it's in on the left side of the window.

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\n"> Click Open . It's in the bottom-right corner of the window. The TIFF file will be uploaded.

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If you aren't signed into your Adobe account by default, you'll first need to enter your Adobe account's email address and password when prompted.

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You may first have to click Download to download the PDF onto your computer.

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