Omnivorous Surfer

When sharing files over the Internet there are at least two reasons why you might wish to make them available as PDFs rather than as document (.doc, .xls, etc.) files. First, the recipient might be unable to open the file if (s)he doesn't have the same software and version used to create the document. Secondly, sometimes you don't want others to make changes to the file.

Windows, at least through the XP release, doesn't  provide for creating PDFs of documents. I have been using PrimoPDF for several years. Once you have downloaded and installed the free software, you will see PrimoPDF as one of your printers. Simply print your document, choose the PrimoPDF printer, name and choose a location to save the file, and your PDF version will be displayed in Adobe Reader. It's then ready to email or upload to your website. Too simple!

I use PrimoPDF to "print" (read "save") copies of purchase confirmations or web pages rather than printing a hardcopy. Save paper, and I know right where they are!