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Saving Webpages as PDFs: A Comprehensive Guide
Do you frequently encounter valuable articles online that you wish to preserve as PDF documents? Converting webpages to PDF format is a straightforward process. This guide details how to accomplish this using Firefox, or through a convenient bookmarklet for other browsers.
Before You Begin
For demonstration purposes, we’ll utilize an article from our “Building a New Computer” series. If you are planning a project like assembling a new computer, or meticulously preparing for a system installation, this method will prove exceptionally useful.
Typically, you might save a page as an HTML file, print it, or copy its content into a document editor. However, saving as a PDF offers a more streamlined and versatile solution.
Utilizing the Web2PDF Converter
Once the extension is installed, it’s immediately ready for use. A “Toolbar Button” will be automatically integrated into your browser’s interface, as illustrated below. Importantly, no complex configuration is required.
With a webpage open, simply click the “Web2PDF Button” to initiate the PDF creation process.
Upon completion, a download link for your new PDF file will be presented. Use a “Right Click” and select the save option to store the PDF in your desired location.
The generated PDF file will be automatically named based on the webpage or article title, providing added convenience.
When opened, the PDF allows for text selection, highlighting, and other standard text-based actions. Note that images are not included in the generated PDF.
Alternative: Using the Web2PDF Website
If you prefer not to install extensions, or are using a browser other than Firefox, you can utilize the Web2PDF website directly. This allows you to add the “Web2PDF Bookmarklet” to your browser, or simply input the webpage address.
In Conclusion
For those seeking an efficient method to archive articles and webpages in PDF format, the Web2PDF extension – or its bookmarklet equivalent – represents a valuable addition to any browser toolkit.
Resources
- Download the Web2PDF Converter extension (Mozilla Add-ons)
- Visit the Web2PDF website (link)