Send the finished publication as a PDF.

Prepare a brochure for review, a newsletter for email or a report for print. Keep the editable IDML, choose the PDF output you need and inspect the exported pages.

Keep the layout and share a finished copy.

Save the publication’s editable source, then export a PDF for the recipient. Check the final file in a PDF viewer before sending it.

Illustrative brochure layout for this project

Put it to work.

Send a proof for review

Export the pages a reviewer needs and inspect the resulting PDF.

Prepare the printer’s copy

Use the output settings requested for the job, including the relevant page or spread choice.

Keep the next revision possible

Retain the IDML and linked assets when you deliver the finished PDF.

Try it with your own content.

  1. Review the publication
    Check text fit, page order and linked graphics.
  2. Export the required PDF
    Choose the page range and output settings for the destination.
  3. Inspect the exported file
    Open the PDF and check the pages before sending it.

Questions about this task.

Does the PDF replace my editable layout?

No. Keep the IDML document for editing and use the exported PDF as the delivery copy.

Which print settings should I choose?

Use the printer’s specification for the particular job and have the final PDF checked before production.