Export Google Doc as PDF with Images
Exporting a Google Doc with images requires nothing special. The extension handles images exactly the same way as any other content, rendering them through Google's export engine at the resolution they were inserted.
How images are handled in the export
Inline images are rendered at the resolution they were uploaded to the document. If you inserted a 2000x1500 pixel image, it exports at that resolution. Google may apply light compression as part of its PDF rendering, but the output matches what you see in the document.
Charts and Google Drawings
Charts linked from Google Sheets and drawings created with Insert > Drawing export as static images in the PDF. They look correct, but they are no longer interactive or linked to live data. The chart reflects the data at the time of export.
Linked vs. embedded images
Images inserted directly into the document from your computer or from Google Drive are embedded and always export correctly. Images inserted as links from external URLs may fail if the URL is inaccessible at export time. Embed images directly to avoid this.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are some images missing from my exported PDF?
Missing images are usually linked from an external URL that was not accessible at export time. Open the document and re-insert the images from your computer or Google Drive.
Are image captions included in the export?
Yes. Captions added as text below images are included in the export. Alt text is not visible in the PDF but may be included in the PDF's accessibility metadata.
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