Bluebeam Tip: Optimizing Document Management with Bluebeam Revu's Save As and Export Functions

Tip of the Day: Mastering the Save As and Export Features in Bluebeam Revu

Efficient document management is crucial when working with PDF files in Bluebeam Revu. Understanding the Save As and Export features can greatly enhance your workflow and ensure your documents are in the correct format for your needs.

Save As vs. Export: Understanding the Difference

• Save As: Use this feature to save your current PDF with a new name or location. This is helpful when you want to create a copy of the PDF while preserving the original file.
• Export: Allows you to convert your PDF into other file formats, such as Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, or image files.

Using the Save As Feature

1. Click on the File menu in the upper-left corner.
2. Select Save As.
3. Choose the desired location and enter a new file name.
4. Click Save to create a new copy of your PDF.

Tips:

• Use Save As before making significant changes to preserve the original document.
• Organize your files by saving versions with descriptive names.

Using the Export Feature

1. Go to the File menu and select Export.
2. Choose the file format you wish to convert to (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, or Image).
3. Select the page range if necessary.
4. Click OK and choose the save location.

Benefits of Using Export:

• Editability: Convert PDFs to Word or Excel for easier editing.
• Data Extraction: Export data to Excel for analysis.
• Image Conversion: Save pages as images for presentations or reports.

Additional Resources

• Explore more features of Bluebeam Revu by checking out NOVEDGE, a leading reseller of design software.
• For tutorials and training materials, visit NOVEDGE’s Bluebeam Blog.