How to Send PDF from Mobile Phone
29 / 5 / 2020
29 / 5 / 2020
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Learn MoreThe number of mobile users up to date is 5.16 billion and it is still seen to increase as the days come by. Not only do these users use mobile phones for socialization but also for work and documentation. If you’re one of those people and you have trouble finding a way to send your PDF through mobile, then this article might just help you.
How to send PDF using iPhone and Android
Sending PDF in your phone can be done in various ways but we’ll show you three of the easiest ways we know in different situations for both types of phones. When you already have your PDF document on your phone, perhaps you created it, someone sent it to you or it was transferred in your phone using OTG (on-the-go USB) and you want to send it to someone else or to yourself. How can you do so?
1. BUILT-IN PHONE FEATURES
If the person is near one of your options is to use Bluetooth (for Android) or AirDrop (for iPhone). Both are built-in features in the phones to transfer files and photos from one phone to another. For some, it also works to transfer from phone to Laptop, as long as the devices are paired and have compatible built-in features. Here’s a step by step guide to transfer using this method:
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INTER-DEVICE or DIFFERENT OPERATING SYSTEM
Take note that this method only works if your transfer has the same operating system. If you’re trying to transfer from Android to iPhone (or vise versa), third party file transfer applications may be needed even though iPhone also has a built-in Bluetooth feature. This is due to the iPhone’s operating system, which limits Bluetooth’s function. Don’t worry though, there’s a ton of free applications that can do this for you, including Facebook Messenger! If this is not an option for you, you can also try the two other methods below.
2. SEND VIA EMAIL
Email is another common method to send PDF. It can actually be applied both to iPhone or to Android and can be an inter-device To send a PDF which is already in your phone, follow the steps below:
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3. CONVERT AND SHARE
For instances where documents are still in its original format and you need to send it in PDF, you can always use DeftPDF online for free. Here’s how:
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