How to Convert or Print PDF to XPS in Adobe Acrobat X
Question details
The user needs to convert a PDF file into the Microsoft XPS document format using Adobe Acrobat X.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat X
- Device & OS
- Windows
- Scenario
- The user is trying to save or export an existing PDF file into the XPS format but cannot find a direct export command.
- Observed behavior
- Acrobat X does not offer a native 'Save As XPS' option, requiring the use of a virtual printer as a workaround.
Ensure that the Microsoft XPS Document Writer is installed and enabled in your Windows features before attempting to print the document.
Print PDF using Microsoft XPS Document Writer
Since Acrobat X lacks a direct export option, printing to the built-in Windows XPS virtual printer is the most effective workaround.
Launch Adobe Acrobat X and open the PDF document you want to convert.
Click on 'File' in the top menu bar and select 'Print' from the dropdown list.
In the Print dialog box, click the Printer dropdown menu and select 'Microsoft XPS Document Writer'.
Click the 'Print' button. A prompt will appear asking you to choose a file name and save location for your new XPS document.
Enable the Microsoft XPS Document Writer in Windows
If the XPS printer does not appear in your Acrobat printer list, you will need to activate it through your Windows settings.
Easily Manage and Print PDFs with WPS Office
WPS Office includes a robust PDF editor that allows you to easily view, edit, and print PDF files to any format, including XPS, without the need for heavy or outdated software.
- 1. Open PDF in WPS Office: Launch WPS Office and open your PDF document.
- 2. Access Print Menu: Click on the 'Menu' button in the top left corner and select 'Print', or press Ctrl+P.
- 3. Select XPS Printer: Choose 'Microsoft XPS Document Writer' from the printer list and click 'Print' to save your file as an XPS document.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is there no 'Save As XPS' option in Acrobat X?
Adobe Acrobat X focuses primarily on PDF standards and does not include a native export module for Microsoft's proprietary XPS format. Converting requires the use of a virtual printer instead.
Will hyperlinks and form fields work in the converted XPS file?
No, when converting a PDF to XPS via the print method, interactive elements like hyperlinks, fillable form fields, and digital signatures are flattened and will not remain functional.
What should I do if the Microsoft XPS Document Writer is missing from my printers?
You can reinstall or enable it by searching for 'Turn Windows features on or off' in the Windows Start menu and ensuring that the 'Microsoft XPS Document Writer' option is checked.
