Convert Google Docs to PDF via the Mobile Share Menu
Using the share menu to convert and share a Google Doc as PDF in one step is the fastest mobile workflow when you need to send a PDF immediately. The Google Docs and Drive apps both support this through their share sheet options.
Android share sheet
In the Google Docs app on Android, open the document and tap the three-dot menu. Tap Share and export. Here you can choose to share the document as a PDF directly. This opens the standard Android share sheet with the PDF ready to send via any app including Gmail, WhatsApp, or Slack.
iOS share sheet
In the Google Docs app on iOS, open the document and tap the three-dot menu. Tap Share and export. Then tap Send a copy. Select PDF as the format. The iOS share sheet opens with the PDF attached, ready to share to any app.
Skipping the download step
Using the share menu skips the step of saving the file to your device first. The PDF is generated and handed directly to your chosen app. This is useful when you are converting and sending in a single action, such as emailing a document to a client from your phone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I convert and share a Google Doc as PDF in one step on mobile?
Yes. Use Share and export in the Google Docs app, select Send a copy, choose PDF, and then pick the app you want to share it with.
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