PDF How-To Guides & Tutorials

Step-by-step tutorials on using PDFBEAR tools.

Every guide here walks through one PDF task from start to finish and points you to the exact PDFBEAR tool for each step. Whether you are converting a file to or from PDF, reordering or deleting pages, shrinking a large document or signing a contract, you will find clear steps you can follow in your browser with nothing to install.

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PDF how-to guides and tutorials

Google Docs vs PDF for Sharing Documents

Google Docs excels at live collaboration but requires a Google account. PDF is fixed, universal, and printable. PDFBEAR converts between both formats instantly.

PDF vs PDF/A for Records Retention

Regular PDFs can break in 20 years as fonts, links, and scripts become obsolete. PDF/A is self-contained and built for long-term records retention.

PNG vs JPG for PDF Conversion

PNG vs JPG for PDF conversion: PNG for text, screenshots and diagrams (lossless, sharp edges), JPG for photos (smaller files). Both free on PDFBEAR.

How to Send a Confidential PDF Securely

Send confidential PDFs safely: encrypt with a password first, share via HTTPS link instead of attachment, and send the password through a separate channel.

Is It Safe to Unlock a PDF Online

Learn how HTTPS encryption, automated processing, and auto-deletion make online PDF unlocking safe — plus a 5-point checklist to vet any tool before you upload.

How to Convert an HTML Web Page to PDF

Browser print-to-PDF breaks layouts and strips CSS. PDFBEAR's HTML-to-PDF renders pages faithfully — ideal for receipts, invoices and legal records.

How to Delete a page in Word

Removing unnecessary pages from your Word document can get troublesome if you don’t have access to the right tools - here’s the solution

How to Merge Word Documents

Want to learn how to merge Word documents? Look no further. Click here to learn all about merging Word documents for free.

Turn PNG to Word for Free

Want to turn PNG to Word for free? Follow the instructions in the piece to use the PDF converter tool for converting PNG to Word.

How to Remove Password from PDF

Want to remove password from PDF? I have got your back. This article shows how to remove password from PDF within seconds.

How to add a password to pdf

Your sensitive PDF docs are at stake if haven’t secured them with a password. It’s time to change that - learn how to add password to PDF in this article!

How to type on a PDF

Want to type on a PDF? Learn how to add text to any PDF document for free with PDFBEAR's online editor in about five quick steps - no software needed.

Insert an Image into a PDF

Looking for an easy way to insert an image into a PDF? Read the piece to learn how you can add images to PDF in a few seconds for free.

A Free PDF Creator

Turn your JPG, Excel, Docs, or PPT files to PDF by using the easy-to-use PDF creator tool we have covered in this piece.

How to convert JPG to Excel

Want to convert JPG to Excel? This piece covers how you can easily convert pictures to Excel using a free tool by PDFBEAR.

Free JPG to PPT Converter

Turn scattered JPG photos into clean, editable PowerPoint slides with PDFBEAR. Each image gets its own slide, right in your browser, no install needed.

How to convert DOCX to PDF

Want to convert your Word documents to PDF? Then, you have come to the right place. This piece shows how to convert DOCX to PDF in a snap.

How to Compress a Word Document

Big Word files? It's usually the images. Use Word's Compress Pictures or convert to a smaller PDF with PDFBEAR to shrink your doc and email it fast.

How to use the PDF Viewer

Don’t use the default tools on your system to view PDF files.Instead, use our free & online PDF reader to seamlessly preview, share, edit, and print PDFs.

A Guide on How to Lock a PDF

Unlocked files often welcome unauthorized bodies - that’s why it’s important to keep PDF secure. In this article, learn how to lock a PDF file with ease.

How to Use a PDF Compiler

Learn how to use a PDF compiler on PDFBEAR to gather many files into one tidy PDF: upload, drag them into order, and download a single clean document.

How to combine PDF files

Combine PDF files in seconds with PDFBEAR. Upload your PDFs, drag them into any order, and merge into one tidy file. Free, fast, and no sign-up needed.

How to Compress PNG Online

Looking to quickly compress PNG? You’re at the right place. PDF Bear will help you compress unlimited PNGs, and that too with ease

How to resize a PNG Online

Need to resize a PNG online? Use PDFBEAR to shrink the pixel size or file size right in your browser. Free, fast, no install and no account needed.

How to convert Excel to JPG

How would you convert an Excel file into an image (JPG)? If the question leaves you clueless, you’re at the right place - learn how to do that with PDFBEAR

How to Compress PPT Presentations

Presentation files (PPTs) can get fairly big and cumbersome. In this article, we will show you how to make PPTs handier by using PDFBEAR’s tools.

How to Compress Excel Spreadsheets

Numbers are heavy and too much of them can make your Excel files big as well. Through PDFBEAR you can make these files sweet and small - find out how.

How to shift a PDF at 90 degrees

Found the perfect E-Book, but it isn’t in the correct orientation? Well, don’t worry, with our guide, you can rotate a PDF in either direction!

How To Highlight Text In A PDF

Highlighting the important sections in your PDF makes it easier for users to review them. Read about PDFBEAR’s Highlight tool in this article below.

How To Add A Stamp To PDF

Add a stamp like APPROVED or PAID to your PDF online in seconds with PDFBEAR's Edit PDF tool, right in your browser, no rubber stamp or printer needed.

How-to Guide On Converting JPG To Word

JPG files are hard to convert into text if you have several files. PDFBEAR’s JPG to Word convertor makes the process easier. Learn how to use it here.

How to Draw on a PDF For Free?

Draw shapes, circles, and lines on any PDF free with PDFBEAR. Learn simple tricks to keep your sketches clean, plus the common mistakes to avoid.

How to Turn a PowerPoint into a PDF?

Turn your PowerPoint into a PDF with PDFBEAR's free PPT to PDF tool. Lock fonts, colors, and layout so your slides look the same on any screen, anywhere.

Rotate and Save Scanned PDF Files

Scanned PDF pages land sideways or upside down? Rotate one page or all of them and save the fixed file in under a minute, right in your browser with PDFBEAR.

How to guide for a watermark remover

Got a DRAFT or SAMPLE watermark ruining your PDF? Learn how to select and delete that layer online with PDFBEAR, keeping the text underneath safe.

How to Add Bates Numbering to a PDF

Stamp every page with a unique label using PDFBEAR's new Bates numbering feature for PRO users. Pick your prefix, starting number, and stamp position.