How to Insert PDF into Word.
In this guide, we'll break down the two primary methods for inserting PDFs into Microsoft Word. First we’ll show you how to embed a PDF as an uneditable object – perfect for when you want to keep the original formatting and easily open it in Adobe with a double-click. Then, we'll dive into how to import a PDF as editable text, transforming its content directly into your Word document for seamless editing.
To insert a PDF into Microsoft Word, follow these detailed steps:
Open your Word document where you want to embed the PDF.
Navigate to the Insert tab on the ribbon.
Click on the Object button, located on the far right side under the Text subsection.
In the dropdown menu, select "Object" again to open the Object dialog box.
Choose "Create from File" tab to embed an existing PDF.
Click "Browse" to locate your PDF file on your computer.
Select your PDF and click "Insert".
To display the PDF as an icon within your document, check the box labeled "Display as icon". If you prefer the PDF to appear as a static document, leave this unchecked.
Click "OK" to embed the PDF into your Word document.
Once embedded, you can double-click the icon or the PDF content to open it in your default PDF viewer, such as Adobe Acrobat.
Alternatively, if you want to import the PDF's text directly into Word, you can select "Text from File" from the same Object menu, which will insert the PDF content as editable text rather than an image.
This method provides a flexible way to include PDFs in your Word documents, either as embedded files or as editable text, depending on your needs.
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