To convert a Microsoft Word document (MS Word) to PDF, you can use one of the following methods, depending on your preferences and available tools:

Method 1: Using Microsoft Word (Built-in Feature)

1. Open the MS Word document you want to convert to PDF.
2. Click on „File” in the top left corner.
3. Select „Save As.”
4. Choose the location where you want to save the PDF.
5. In the „Save as type” dropdown menu, select „PDF (*.pdf).”
6. Optionally, you can click on „Options” to configure PDF settings like page range, quality, and security.
7. Click „Save.”

Your Word document will now be saved as a PDF in the specified location.

Method 2: Using Online Conversion Tools

Several online tools and websites can convert Word documents to PDF. Here’s how to use one of them:

1. Open your web browser and go to an online PDF conversion tool like „Smallpdf,” „Online2PDF,” or „Adobe Acrobat Online.”
2. Upload your Word document by clicking on the „Choose file” or similar button.
3. Once the document is uploaded, click on the „Convert” or „Start” button. The tool will process your document and generate a PDF.
4. After the conversion is complete, you can download the PDF to your computer.

Method 3: Using PDF Printers (e.g., Adobe PDF or Microsoft Print to PDF)

This method allows you to „print” your Word document to a PDF file:

1. Open your Word document.
2. Click on „File.”
3. Select „Print.”
4. In the Printer dropdown menu, choose „Microsoft Print to PDF” (Windows) or „Adobe PDF” (if you have Adobe Acrobat installed).
5. Click „Print” or „OK.”
6. Choose the location where you want to save the PDF, set the file name, and click „Save.”

The document will be saved as a PDF in the specified location.

These methods should help you convert your MS Word documents to PDF easily. Choose the one that suits your preferences and the tools you have available.