Create PDF on Mac with UPDF

UPDF, the all-in-one PDF editor, enables users to create PDFs from screen captures, clipboard, images, TXT, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CAJ, and blank pages. So, if you are into converting your files into PDFs for convenient and secure sharing, you just have to download this platform and hop into the guides below to perform the easy steps to create your desired PDF.

• Method 1. Creating a PDF from Other Files
• Method 2. Creating a PDF from Images
• Method 3. Creating a PDF from Screen Captures or Clipboard
• Method 4. Creating a PDF from a Blank Page
• Method 5. Creating a PDF from Scanner

Method 1. Creating a PDF from Other Files

Currently, UPDF supports the creation of PDFs from Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CAJ, TXT, and various image formats (PNG, JPG, JPEG, etc.). Let's proceed to the guide!

• Launch UPDF and navigate to the File menu.

• Hover your cursor over the "Create" option to unveil the list and choose the relevant option. If you opt for the "PDF from Files" option, you can generate a PDF from all supported file formats. Alternatively, you can also select "PDF from Word," "PDF from Excel," and so forth.

• You'll be asked to choose a document from your device. After selecting, press the "Open" button, and UPDF will automatically convert the chosen file into a PDF. Simply pick a location to save it.
• Alternatively, you can drag and drop the file you want to convert directly into UPDF; this action will also convert it to a PDF.

Method 2. Creating a PDF from Images

Besides the Microsoft Office file formats, you can also create PDFs from your image (.png, .jpg .jpeg, .bmp, and .gif). Here is how you can do that:

• Open UPDF and go to the File tab.
• Select Create and then PDF from the Image option.

• Next, select your desired image from the storage. You can also select multiple images.
• UPDF will prompt you later if you want to combine all images in one PDF.

• If you select Yes, UPDF will combine them into a single PDF with multiple pages, you can later manage the pages and edit them if you want; if you select No, UPDF will create several PDFs for you, simply select a location to save them one by one.

Method 3. Creating a PDF from Screen Captures or Clipboard

With UPDF for Mac, you can also create a PDF from screen captures or the clipboard. Follow the steps below to accomplish this:

Navigate to "File" and select the creation method from the provided options: "PDF from Selection Capture," "PDF from Windows Capture," "PDF from Screen Capture," or "PDF from Clipboard."

Note:

1. If you opt for "PDF from Selection Capture," you can capture a screenshot with a fixed size, and UPDF will automatically convert it into a PDF.
2. If you choose "PDF from Windows Capture," UPDF will capture the current window's screen and transform it into a PDF.
3. If you select "PDF from Screen Capture," UPDF will capture the windows on your desktop and convert them into a PDF.
4. If you select "PDF from Clipboard," UPDF will convert the last copied image into a PDF.

Once you have selected your desired option, UPDF will automatically create a PDF from your selection and open it.

Method 4. Creating a PDF from a Blank Page

Besides the above methods, you can create one from a blank page and later edit it to build a PDF from scratch. You can create forms, add innovative form fields, or make cards for your loved ones. UPDF's advanced features will make the entire process a breeze. Here is how you can create a PDF from a blank page with UPDF:

• Navigate to the top left corner and click on the File option.
• Select Create and then select Blank Page.
• Once created, you can play with different UPDF features to craft your desired PDF and save and share it with whomever you want.

Method 5. Creating a PDF from Scanner

UPDF for Mac also supports creating PDFs from scanners. Want to know how to make one? Read this comprehensive guide to find out! Before hopping on, ensure that your computer is connected to the scanner.

Step 1: Open UPDF and go to the File tab. Select Create > PDF from Scanner.

Step 2: UPDF will then prompt you to choose a scanner from the list on the left panel. If you have not connected to a scanner, please follow this Apple guide to connect one first.

Step 3: Customize the settings on the right panel of the following window. Following are the options that you can customize:

• Kind and DPI: Here, you can choose whether to create a colour, black-and-white, or text-based PDF. Additionally, you can adjust the resolution of the scanned document, measured in DPI (dots per inch), which affects the quality and clarity of the final PDF.
• Size: You can also enter your desired size, i.e., length and width in inches. You can also use the custom size.
• Rotation Angle: This feature allows you to adjust the orientation of your scanned document, ensuring that the final PDF appears correctly aligned, whether it needs to be rotated by 90, 180, or 270 degrees.
• Auto Selection: You can either set auto selection Off, Detect Separate Items, or Detect Enclosing Box. Detect Separate Items allows the scanner to automatically identify and scan multiple items placed on the bed as separate images. However, the Detect Enclosing Box enables the scanner to detect and scan content within a defined area.
• Image Correction: The Image Correction setting can be set to None or Manual. None leaves the image as it is, while Manual allows you to adjust the image's colour, brightness, and other aspects to correct any imperfections.

Step 3: Select the area that you want to scan. Either choose an automatic size or manually select it from the preview window. You can also choose Perform OCR in the bottom-left corner and select the document language. This will make the created PDF editable.

Step 4: Click on Scan, and UPDF will automatically complete the scan and open the created PDF. You can now edit, annotate, or perform any other action on your PDF.