Print PDF as Image with or without Acrobat

You may get some problems when you print a PDF document due to the damaged images or font issues in the PDF file that your PDF reader cannot process. So the efficient solution to solve this issue is to print the PDF as an image. In this article, we'll teach you how to print PDF as image with Adobe Acrobat and its alternative - Wondershare PDFelement - PDF Editor Wondershare PDFelement Wondershare PDFelement.

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Steps to Print PDF as an Image without Acrobat

A simple yet comprehensive and easy-to-learn program, PDFelement is both practical and affordable. It can offer the PDF solutions you're looking for. It is an advanced PDF editor with comprehensive annotation tools, outstanding display views, a smooth document rendering engine, PDF creation tools, PDF protection features, and most importantly, the ability to edit scanned documents with the OCR plug-in. Digitize your paperwork like never before!

Step 1. Open Your PDF

Launch the application. Open your PDF document by clicking the "Open File..." button on the Home window. Alternatively, you can go to "File > Open" to choose the target PDF document.

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Step 2. Print PDF as Image

You can either go to "File > Print" or use the shortcut "Ctrl+P". Under "Printer", you can choose your printer. Select the option of "Print as image" to print. And you can also click the "Printer Properties" button to have more options for setting your printing.

Print PDF as Image with Adobe Reader

If you are having trouble printing a PDF correctly, using the Print as Image option in Adobe Reader can be a simple and effective solution. This method converts the PDF pages into a flat image before printing, which can help fix common issues such as missing text, broken formatting, unsupported fonts, or graphics that do not appear properly on paper. It is especially useful when standard printing fails and you need a quick way to get a more accurate printout.

• Launch Adobe Reader. Open your PDF. Go to "File” and click on "Print," or you can use the shortcut "Ctrl+P".
• On the next screen, you'll see a few options, but it's as simple and straightforward as it can get. Click on "Advanced" at the top next to "Properties" (keep in mind that you might have to look for it somewhere else, depending on your version of Adobe).
• You will now have the following options: PostScript Options and Color Management.
• Right under Color Management, select "Print as Image". Remember that, if you check it, then you are going to lose the Color Management features.
• Finally, hit "OK" and apply any further adjustments to the document if needed. Once you're done, hit "Print".

How to Print PDF as Image with a Virtual Printer

If your PDF does not print correctly because of font issues, missing graphics, or corrupted formatting, using a virtual printer can help. This method works by turning the PDF into a flattened print-ready file before sending it to a physical printer or saving it again as a PDF. It is a practical option when the standard print process fails or when you want more consistent output.

Step 1. Open the PDF in your preferred PDF reader or browser.
Step 2. Press Ctrl + P on Windows to open the print window. Select a virtual printer - Microsoft Print to PDF.
Step 3. Open Printer Properties and choose options that flatten or simplify the print output if your software supports them.
Step 4. Click Print and save the new PDF file.

How to Print PDF as an Image with Preview on Mac

Mac users can also solve PDF printing problems by using Preview and converting the file through the print process. This is useful when a PDF contains complex layers, transparency, unusual fonts, or other elements that may not print properly. By reprocessing the file in Preview, you can often create a cleaner version that is easier for printers to handle.

Step 1. Locate your PDF file on your Mac and open it with Preview.

Step 2. Click File > Export from the top menu. Review the Export settings and make sure the correct format is selected. Select JPG, PNG, or TIFF.

Step 3. Choose Save as PDF to create a new version of the file. Save the file with a different name so the original stays unchanged. 

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