How to Convert Fonts to Outlines in a PDF

If you need to provide a PDF with fonts converted to outlines to your print service provider or someone else, it's best to leave your original working file intact and...

Mike Rankin

In this Acrobat how-to video, Mike Rankin converts all the fonts in his PDF to outlines. He explains why it’s best to leave your original working file intact and do this job in Acrobat instead. Luckily, using a preflight fixup in the new Acrobat experience is a quick and easy way to get it done.

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This article was last modified on November 6, 2025

This article was first published on October 10, 2025

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