How to save a web page to PDF with CTRL+P

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Let's see how to save a web page to PDF using the print function built into every browser.

Web page to PDF with CTRL+P

If you use a desktop computer (PC, Mac, Linux), your browser has a built-in print function that opens with CTRL + P.

Quick instructions

CTRL+P settings
  1. Press CTRL+P to open the PDF preview dialog
  2. On the right you will see settings. Make sure “Save as PDF” is selected in the “Destination” field
  3. Click “Save” and choose where to save your PDF

Available options

You can set the following:

  • portrait or landscape orientation;
  • paper size:
    • Legal;
    • Letter;
    • Tabloid;
    • A0;
    • A1;
    • A2;
    • A3;
    • A4;
    • A5.
  • margins;
  • scaling;
  • headers and footers;
  • background graphics.

Pros

  • Built into your browser, no extra installation needed.

Cons

  • Limited settings
  • No single long page mode
  • The page looks print-ready but original styles are not preserved
  • Works only in desktop browsers

    • When to use it

    Printer

    It works best when you want to print a page on paper. But it is also useful when you need to quickly save content right now with minimal settings.