How to make a PDF file from a MS Word file

Versão em Português

0 - There is a commercial application called Adobe Acrobat Writer, but here I will explain how to do it without that program

0.5- You can use also the HTMLDOC software to convert HTML files to PDF

1 - We will use a file in the Postscript format and then transform this file in a PDF format.

If you do not have a Postscript printer you should install a compatible driver like for instance:: HP Color LaserJet 5/5M PS

You can use an port of the kind LPT1 or LPT2 that is not being used or the "File" port (this is the one most advisable).

3- From MS Word print to that printer with the option "Print to file"

A panel will appear to choose the filename and the folder where the file will be stored (normally with the extension .prn) for instance: file.prn

Ok ... you have now a PostScript file

4- Now you have 2 diferent ways:

4a- copy the file to a Linux / Unix folder by:

FTP

or

mapped folder

use the command in the Linux /Unix console

        ps2pdf <filename>

and now you have a new file with the termination .pdf in you area.... ;-)

or

4b- you can use the program ghostscript (available freely)

or

4c- you can use the online converter from www.ps2pdf.com

And Voilá.....