When saving a powerpoint as a pdf, why does the file get 3x bigger?

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When saving a powerpoint as a pdf, why does the file get 3x bigger?

I'm trying to send a powerpoint document via email and thought saving it as a pdf would make the file smaller. The ppt is 6.4mb but when I go to file/print/save as pdf, the pdf shows up as being 16.4mb. I've done this now a few times and can't figure out why this is happening. I tried the mac articles under support and there should be an option called "compress pdf" which I can't seem to find anywhere.

Can anyone help please?

Thanks,
KT

MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.5.2), PC

Posted on Nov 3, 2008 5:10 PM

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Answer 1

ali brown

Level 7

26,493 points

Nov 3, 2008 6:29 PM in response to karentam6600000

Hi KT!

I have requested that a Host, relocate your Topic to a more appropriate Forum.
As it will be transferred, it is not necessary for you to repost elsewhere, at this time.

But for future reference, please review the first entry