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Why can’t I search for words in my exported PDF?

Updated over 4 months ago

Our PDF files are print-ready, ensuring that the text is flattened as recommended by printers to prevent any issues during the printing process. Flattening text in a PDF involves merging or converting the individual elements or layers within the document into a single, unchangeable layer. While this is the best option for optimal printing quality, it does mean that the text in your PDF will behave more like an image and you won’t be able to search for specific characters or words.

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