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Images on your iPhone are usually saved as JPGs or PNGs, which work well for most uses. However, sometimes it’s much easier to send a PDF image than it is to upload the original file type, especially when you want to keep things like image location and other metadata private. We’ll show you how to save a picture as a PDF on iPhone.
Related: 6 Easy Ways to Transfer Photos from iPhone to PC or Mac
Why You’ll Love This Tip
- Avoid compatibility issues when sharing across different devices and operating systems.
- Group pictures together to create a digital photo album or file an insurance claim.
- Keep photo metadata, such as image location tags, private.
How to Save a Photo as a PDF on iPhone
Since PDFs are a universal file type, saving an image to PDF is a simple way to ensure your file is safe and can be read by any phone or computer without an error. For more tips on making the best use of your Apple devices like how to safely eject a USB from your Mac, sign up for our free Tip of the Day newsletter. Now, here’s how to use Photos to create a PDF on iPhone.
- Open the Photos app and make sure you’re on the Library tab.
- Tap Select.
- Tap the image(s) you want to save as a PDF. A blue check icon will appear in the corner to indicate selected photos.
- Tap the Share icon.
- Scroll down and tap Print.
- With the printer field showing No Printer Selected tap Print.
- Scroll down and tap Save to Files.
- On this screen you can tap the box labeled Photo to change the name of the file and select a location to save it.
- When you’re finished, tap Save.
Now you can use this trick to save any iPhone photo as a PDF for easier sharing without compatibility issues. Once it is in PDF format, you can still edit it directly on your iPhone (and iPad) using the Files app. Next, learn how to download a PDF from an email!
