How to Download a Web Page as a PDF

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Note: When saving web pages from this website as PDFs, be mindful of copyright and only use the content for personal use.

On a Windows PC:

Method 1: Using Google Chrome

  1. Open Google Chrome and navigate to the web page you want to save as a PDF.
  2. Click on the three vertical dots (⋮) located in the top right corner of the browser to open the Chrome menu.
  3. Hover over “Print” or simply press CTRL + P (Windows/Linux) or Command + P (Mac) to open the print dialog.
  4. In the “Destination” section, click on the dropdown and select “Save as PDF.”
  5. Choose the desired layout (Portrait or Landscape) and other settings.
  6. Click “Save” and choose the location on your computer to save the PDF. Click “Save” again.

Method 2: Using Mozilla Firefox

  1. Open Firefox and navigate to the web page you’d like to save.
  2. Click on the three horizontal lines (≡) located in the top right corner to open the Firefox menu.
  3. Select “Print.” Alternatively, press CTRL + P (Windows/Linux) or Command + P (Mac).
  4. In the new window, click on “Print” in the top left corner.
  5. From the printer dropdown, select “Microsoft Print to PDF” (Windows) or the equivalent option for your OS.
  6. Adjust the settings if needed and click “Print.” Choose a location to save the PDF.

Method 3: Online Tools

  1. Visit a web-based tool like PDFCrowd or Webpage to PDF.
  2. Copy and paste the URL of the web page you want to convert into the provided field.
  3. Follow the on-screen instructions, which usually involve clicking a “Convert” or “Download” button.
  4. After conversion, download the PDF to your desired location.

Method 4: Using Browser Extensions/Add-ons

  1. For your preferred browser, visit the extensions or add-ons store.
  2. Search for extensions related to “Save web page as PDF.”
  3. Install a suitable extension with good reviews.
  4. After installation, navigate to the desired web page.
  5. Use the newly added icon or right-click option from the extension to save the page as a PDF.

On an Android Smartphone

Method 1: Using Google Chrome

  1. Open Google Chrome on your Android smartphone.
  2. Navigate to the web page you want to save as a PDF.
  3. Tap on the three vertical dots (⋮) located in the top right corner to open the Chrome menu.
  4. From the dropdown menu, select “Share.”
  5. Scroll through the share options and tap on “Print.”
  6. Once the print preview loads, tap on the dropdown menu that shows a printer name.
  7. From the list of available printers, select “Save as PDF.”
  8. Adjust the desired layout and other settings, if needed.
  9. Tap on the yellow PDF icon or “Save” button.
  10. Choose the location (typically in your device’s Downloads or Documents folder) and tap “Save.”

Method 2: Using Firefox for Android

  1. Open Firefox on your Android device.
  2. Navigate to the web page you’d like to save.
  3. Tap on the three vertical dots (⋮) in the top right corner.
  4. From the dropdown menu, select “Page.”
  5. Tap on “Save as PDF.”
  6. Choose the location on your device and tap “Save.”

Method 3: Using Third-Party Apps

  1. Go to the Google Play Store and search for apps that offer functionality to save web pages as PDF, e.g., “Web to PDF” or “URL to PDF.”
  2. Download and install the chosen app.
  3. Once installed, open the app and follow its specific instructions to convert a web page into a PDF. This typically involves pasting the URL and tapping a convert button.
  4. Save the PDF to your preferred location on your device.

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