How to retain hyperlinks when converting Word docx to pdf

Anonymous
2016-12-01T17:22:17+00:00

Is it possible to retain hyperlinks when converting a Word 2016 for Mac docx document to pdf?

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Anonymous
2016-12-05T20:28:24+00:00

I have actually discovered that it is possible, and you don't need to subscribe to Office 365!

You need to generate the pdf by going to 'Save As' and choosing 'pdf' from the 'file formats' menu at the bottom.

Below 'file format' you then need to select 'Best for electronic distribution and accessibility' and that will retain all the links.

If only Microsoft would give some instructions when they issue upgrades and change things! Some hope, eh!

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Anonymous
2018-01-28T09:15:18+00:00

This uses the MS online file oconversion service, which lowers images quality in documents, especially technical images with fine details and small fonts.

I hope MS allows the users to choose the images quality (compression level) when using this feature.

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  1. Anonymous
    2018-01-18T17:30:16+00:00

    Did you try using 'Save as" pdf, rather than Print / pdf?

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  2. Anonymous
    2018-01-18T17:14:58+00:00

    Unfortunately, no go. Doesnt' do a thing. I have 365 and I have Adobe CC. All updated. Nothing.

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  3. Anonymous
    2018-01-18T16:58:06+00:00

    I still cannot find a way to get hyperlinks using Mac Word. 365. Very frustrating. This should be a non issue.

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