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How to customize the size of my PDF?

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Jul -  
 crepou -
Hello,

I am trying to export a Word file with a size of 9 inches by 6 inches using PDF Creator under Microsoft Word 2000. Despite my efforts to set the page format in the PDF printer or software (notably by choosing a custom paper size in the printer properties), I continually end up with PDF files in A4 format or another size that does not match my desired dimensions.

Why is the PDF not being created according to the Word layout settings?
How can we customize the PDF format so that it matches the format of my Word file?

Thank you in advance,
Jul
Configuration: Windows XP Internet Explorer 7.0

5 answers

  1. Luc
     
    You need to go through the Windows print server ("Control Panel", then "Printers and Faxes").
    In the "File" menu, select "Server Properties".
    Check "Create a new form", and specify its dimensions (Note: always mention the smallest dimension as width, and the largest as height), then confirm by clicking on "Save Form".
    Once you have saved a form with the same dimensions as the document you want to convert to PDF, pdfcreator will automatically choose this form to create your file.
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    1. MYLENEB Posted messages 3 Status Member
       
      Hello Luc, I followed the instructions to the letter. The problem is that once the form is created and saved, the apply button is grayed out. As a result, when I reopen the server properties, my form is not set as default. Do you have a solution for my problem? Best regards.
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    2. Mary
       
      It is indeed what needs to be done. Don't forget to rename this new form and click on "save" at the top right.
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