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What to Do When a PDF Will Not Print Correctly

Fix missing content, wrong scaling, blank pages, or printer errors when printing PDFs.

Quick Answer

Try printing from a dedicated PDF reader, check page size/scaling, and use Print as Image when appropriate.

Step by Step

  1. Make a backup copy of the original document before making major or irreversible changes.
  2. Try printing from a dedicated PDF reader, check page size/scaling, and use Print as Image when appropriate.
  3. Review the output carefully, including page order, formatting, images, and text.
  4. Save the result with a new filename until you are sure it is correct.

If That Doesn't Work

  • Exact menu names differ between Adobe Acrobat/Reader, Microsoft Office, browsers, macOS, Windows, and third-party applications.
  • For confidential documents, avoid uploading files to an unknown online converter; use trusted software or services.