Text to PDF
How to Convert Text to PDF Online (TXT and Pasted Text)
By SnapPDF · 4 min read
Plain text is great for writing, but a PDF is the format people expect when you share, print or archive a document. If you have notes, an article draft, meeting minutes or a .txt file, you can turn it into a neat, paginated PDF in a few seconds. Here is how.
How to convert text to PDF with SnapPDF
- Open the Text to PDF tool.
- Type or paste your text, or upload a .txt file.
- Add a document title if you want one.
- Choose US Letter or A4, and set the font size.
- Create the PDF and download it.
Choosing the right settings
- Page size: US Letter for the US and Canada, A4 almost everywhere else.
- Font size: 11 to 12 points is comfortable for reading. Go smaller to fit more on a page, larger for easier reading.
- Title: a clear title helps when the PDF is saved among many files.
When text to PDF is useful
- Meeting minutes and summaries you want to email.
- Lecture notes and study guides.
- Drafts you want to share without a word processor.
- Logs and plain text records you want to archive in a standard format.
Private by design
Notes can include personal or business information. SnapPDF turns your text into a PDF inside your browser, so it is not sent to a server.
After you create the PDF
Need to add a signature, highlight or extra text? Open the PDF in the PDF Editor. Need to attach it to other documents? Use Merge PDF.
Frequently asked questions
Can I upload a .txt file?
Yes. You can upload a .txt file or type and paste text directly.
Which page sizes are supported?
US Letter and A4.
Is the text uploaded anywhere?
No. The PDF is created in your browser and your text stays on your device.