What is a PDF file?
| File extension | |
|---|---|
| Category | Document/Office file formats |
| Developed by | Adobe |
| Mime type | application/pdf |
Format description
PDF is an acronym for Portable Document Format. It was created for presenting documents with formatted text, graphics, and other form elements in a way that is independent of the user's operating system and software. It is based on the PostScript language. PDF files can be password-protected and encrypted.PDFs can also be edited by converting them to a Microsoft Office Word format like DOCX, then back to PDF.
Common questions about PDF conversions
How to open a PDF file?
If you don't know how to view a PDF file, you can convert it to another format you already recognize. You can use MConverter for the conversion.
Can I convert PDF files in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple PDF files at once. You can even drag and drop folders containing PDFs.
Pasting PDF files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting PDF files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert a PDF file, if its size is 2 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Pro you can convert big PDFs, up to 2 gigabytes each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert PDF files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert PDF files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
Is converting PDFs safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your PDF files are only accessible by you. 4 hours after the conversion completes, they are automatically deleted from MConverter’s servers. You can also delete your PDFs and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
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How long does it take to convert PDF?
For most documents, the wait may be a minute or so. However, MConverter also supports converting larger documents, meaning that it could take a while (up to over an hour, for example).
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