Export to PDF

SmartDraw automatically creates a .SDR file when you save your visual (How?). You can also save your visual as the popular, sharable PDF file format.

Export Using the Quick Access Toolbar

A fast way to export to PDF is to use the Quick Access Toolbar, located at the top left corner of the screen, to the right of the SmartDraw Button. Click the button.

In the dialog box that appears, choose a location to save your visual to and give it a name. Click Save to save your visual.

Export Using the SmartDraw Menu

You can also click the SmartDraw Button located at the top left corner of the screen. Position your cursor over Export and click PDF in the list that appears to open the same dialog box.