Word to PDF: fonts, spacing, and predictable exports
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Practical tips before converting DOCX to PDF so layouts stay stable in the exported file.
Word documents rely on fonts embedded in the source file. Online converters embed what they can, but exotic fonts may substitute.
Embed fonts in Word
When possible, embed fonts in the DOCX (File → Options → Save) to reduce reflow surprises.
Simplify complex elements
Heavy text boxes, linked text frames, and overlapping shapes sometimes shift. Flatten decorative layers when you can.
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