Publisher Retiring

Dana Slater 5 Reputation points
2026-05-21T19:51:03.88+00:00

I'm distraught about Publisher retiring! What is the best way to convert thousands of Publisher files from 26 years of work to PDF and what program is best recommended. Word does not work well for what I do with graphics.

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  2. Xavier-D 14,530 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
    2026-05-22T03:45:31.33+00:00

    Hello Dana Slater

    I understand why this feels upsetting, especially with so many years of Publisher work to preserve.

    For a very large library of files, the most practical option is to bulk export the Publisher files to PDF while Publisher is still installed and licensed on the computer.

    Here are some of the recommended approaches:

    • Keep the original .pub files and work from a copied folder first, so you have a safe backup.
    • Use Publisher’s PDF export for small batches
    • For graphics-heavy or print-focused files, choose High Quality Printing or Commercial Press in the PDF export options for better output quality.

    I hope this helps you plan the safest way to preserve your files.

    Feel free reply back to this post if you need further assistance, I'll be happy to help.

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