Convert Google Docs to PDF from the Google Drive App
The Google Drive app on Android and iOS includes a built-in option to download or share files in PDF format. Converting Google Docs to PDF using the Google Drive app is fast and preserves formatting through Google's own export engine.
Steps in the Google Drive app
Open the Google Drive app and find the document. Tap the three-dot menu icon next to the file name. Look for Download or Send a copy. Select PDF as the format. The file saves to your device or opens a share sheet where you can send it directly.
Send a copy vs Download
Send a copy opens the share sheet immediately with the PDF ready to share. Use this when you want to email the PDF or share it to another app right away. Download saves the file to your device's storage first, which is better when you need the file available offline.
Accessing the downloaded file
On Android, downloaded files go to the Downloads folder in the file manager. On iOS, downloaded files go to the Files app. The file is named after the Google Doc.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I export to PDF from the Google Drive app?
Tap the three-dot menu next to the file, tap Send a copy or Download, and select PDF as the format.
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