What does RTF to PDF do?
RTF to PDF is a free online tool that can convert RTF file to PDF via LibreOffice. The PDF result from RTF to PDF is a separate copy to inspect before you use it elsewhere. One possible use is rich-text letters exported for sharing.
RTF to PDF turns a rich-text file into a PDF through LibreOffice. RTF often carries paragraphs, fonts and basic formatting between word processors, while PDF is planned for a more fixed reading layout.
This makes the tool useful when you want to distribute an editable source as a viewing copy. Before format change, review fonts, page settings and embedded pictures in your source editor so that you have a reference for the result.
RTF files can mix text with basic formatting and pictures. Fonts available on the server can differ from those on your device.
Check a line with unusual characters after export. A page break can move when a font changes. Keep the editable RTF for corrections rather than editing the new PDF.
Export rich-text documents as PDF online: steps
Before using RTF to PDF, decide what the new copy must contain and where it will be used. Open the RTF in a word processor and check the planned page layout and all embedded content. Review the upload area and all values required by the current RTF to PDF form.
Choose the source
Read accented names in the exported letter. For RTF to PDF, choose one source from your device. Keep a source copy for another attempt.
Review the form values
The RTF to PDF form has no extra task settings. Check the source in the file area.
Run the file task
Use Process RTF to PDF after checking the source and form values. Wait for the job to finish. An error means this attempt failed.
Save and check the output
Compare line wrapping, lists, tables, accented characters and page breaks in the exported PDF. Store the output on your device. Name this copy separately from the original.
Rich text: uses for RTF to PDF
RTF to PDF can help with simple formatted notes prepared for printing. It can also be used for owned files distributed to pdf-only readers. The PDF result from RTF to PDF must suit the intended reading or editing step, so keep the source until that check is complete.
- Rich-text letters exported for sharing.
- Simple formatted notes prepared for printing.
- Owned files distributed to PDF-only readers.
- RTF layouts tested before final approval.
Formats and limits for RTF to PDF
The RTF to PDF form accepts RTF sources. Each RTF to PDF upload can be up to 300 MB, which equals 300 MiB. The allowed suffixes on the RTF to PDF page do not prove that a source has valid content inside it.
| Accepted formats | Maximum file size | Output |
|---|---|---|
| RTF | 300 MB per file (300 MiB upload limit) |
Rendering depends on offered fonts and the format change engine. Complex RTF features can differ from their look in the source app.
How this tool works
RTF to PDF uses LibreOffice to handle the source on the server. The RTF to PDF request uses your chosen input rather than any local editing project left on your device. Check the PDF contents produced by RTF to PDF before treating them as ready for another app or reader.
For RTF to PDF, your browser uploads the source to our file-processing server. This is a server task, not local editing.
Files are due for deletion within 1 hour. Cleanup runs during normal service operation. Keep a local download for future use.
RTF to PDF questions and answers
If RTF to PDF gives an unexpected result, start by checking the source type and the values used in the form. Check the PDF contents from RTF to PDF as well as the filename or displayed message. For another result type, compare RTF to PDF with the separate tools described in these answers.
What matters when using RTF to PDF?
Check that a page break does not split an important table. View that area at its intended display size. Note any differences that affect your purpose.
Why try Word to PDF?
Word to PDF offers another task beside RTF to PDF: convert DOC/DOCX document to PDF. Word to PDF returns PDF. The stated PDF output from RTF to PDF is not a listed input type for Word to PDF.
Why try TXT to PDF?
TXT to PDF offers another task beside RTF to PDF: convert plain text file to PDF via LibreOffice. TXT to PDF returns PDF. The stated PDF output from RTF to PDF is not a listed input type for TXT to PDF.
Why try Compress PDF?
Compress PDF offers another task beside RTF to PDF: reduce PDF file size using Ghostscript. Compress PDF returns PDF. The stated PDF output from RTF to PDF matches a listed input type for Compress PDF.
What if my PDF result does not open?
For a failed RTF to PDF result, first confirm that the download completed and that the viewer supports PDF. Try another local viewer for that format.
Record any error message for support. Keep private source material out of the report.
How do I report a problem with RTF to PDF?
Contact support with the RTF to PDF page name, source format and the error you saw. Mention any relevant form settings you chose. Do not send passwords or private attachments.