How to save a webpage as a PDF (as is or without the ads)

When browsing the web, it’s easy to fall down fascinating rabbit holes. Sometimes, you come across a webpage you want to save to your computer. Sure, you could copy the text or even take screenshots.

Tap or click here to get the best screenshot tool for your computer. But taking screenshots of an excellent webpage can be a long and complicated project. Instead, you can do the job quickly by exporting a website as a PDF on your Mac or Windows computer.

Of course, you might worry about all those ugly ads cluttering the file. Luckily, we know how to eliminate those ads so you can focus on the content that drew you in. We even have specific instructions for Mac or Windows users.

How to save a webpage on Safari

If you want to save the webpage precisely as it is, follow these steps:

First, open up Safari.
Go to the menu bar to select File.
Scroll down and select Export as PDF.
You’ll see a new popup window where you can rename the file and choose the save location.
Hit Save.

Next, let’s review how to clean up the webpage before saving the file.

How to save a webpage without ads on Safari

This is a great trick, especially if you plan to print the PDF later. Or, if not, this creates a clean, simple copy that is easy to read. You won’t have to be distracted by weird ads for toe fungus cream or whatever else the web throws your way.

First, open up Safari.
Next, click on View.
Tap Show Reader.
From there, go to File.
Select Export as PDF.
Hit Save.

Now you’re good to go. By saving through the Reader View, you ensure your PDF is easier to read later. When you open the PDF, it will look like a series of pages. Overall, it gives your document a professional look. Plus, it’s a breeze to navigate.

How to save a webpage Google Chrome

This is pretty simple.

To get started just hit the three dots at the top right corner of your screen. (It’s to the right of your icon.) From there, hit Print. This will open up a print preview of the page you’re interested in.

To the right of Destination, click the drop-down arrow and select Save as PDF. Then, hit Save.

Now you have an ad-free PDF saved to your computer. Even if your internet gives out, you can return to this file for future reading pleasure.

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