You spent hours perfecting your resume layout. You send the .docx file... and the recruiter sees a jumbled mess because they don't have your font. Always export to PDF.

Windows Method

Click File > Export.
Click Create PDF/XPS Document.
Choose a location and click Publish.

Alternative: File > Save As > PDF.

Mac Method

Click File > Save As.
In the "File Format" dropdown, choose PDF.
Select "Best for electronic distribution" (smaller size) or "Best for printing" (high quality).
Click Export.

Word Online (Free Version)

Go to File > Save As.
Click Download as PDF.
The file will generate and download to your computer.

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Use our Word to PDF converter. It uses official processing libraries to ensure your document converts exactly as it looks in Word, free of charge.

Conclusion

Exporting to PDF locks your formatting in place. It's the final seal on your document, ensuring it travels safely across the internet without shifting a pixel.

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