Shortcut to Save Google Docs as PDF

Save time with the fastest ways to turn Google Docs into PDFs: keyboard shortcuts for File > Download, or our Chrome extension for one-click export to Google Drive.

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How to Use a Shortcut to Save as PDF

1

Keyboard Shortcut

Press Alt + F to open the File menu, then D for Download, and P for PDF. (Windows/ChromeOS)

2

Use the Chrome Extension

Install our free extension for a one-click Export to PDF button in Google Docs. The PDF is saved to your Google Drive.

FAQ

Is there a built-in shortcut?

Google Docs does not have a direct shortcut, but you can use menu shortcuts as described above.

Does the extension add a shortcut?

Yes. Our extension adds a one-click Export to PDF button; the PDF is saved to your Google Drive.

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