Why You Should Use PDF Files with Xodo Sign

While Xodo Sign supports a variety of file formats, PDF (Portable Document Format) consistently produces the best results. We strongly recommend using PDF files for all document uploads.

Why PDF Is Best

PDF ensures that your document's layout, fonts, and formatting are preserved exactly as intended - regardless of the device or operating system used to open it. Other formats (like Word or Excel) can sometimes display differently when converted to PDF by Xodo Sign's server, which may affect how fields appear.

If you use non-PDF formats, you may occasionally encounter issues such as misaligned fields or rendering differences. Converting to PDF first eliminates these risks.

How to Convert to PDF

Microsoft Office 2010 and newer

1. Open your document.
2. Click File, then Export.
3. Select Create PDF/XPS Document.
4. Click Create PDF/XPS and save.

Microsoft Office 2007 and older

1. Open your document.
2. Click the Microsoft Office button in the top-left corner.
3. Select Print from the options.
4. Choose Microsoft Print to PDF and click OK.
5. Name and save the file.

Google Docs

1. Open your document.
2. Click File in the top-left menu.
3. Choose Download, then select PDF Document (.pdf).

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