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Document Creation

Document Conversion and Zip Tools

When you need to convert a document into a PDF or another file format, or need to compress a large file, these free resources will let you do what Adobe Reader and Winzip do but without the cost.

MediaConvert is an online service that lets you convert text, spreadsheet, presentation, image, audio, video, and vector files from one format to another.

PDFCreator is a utility that lets you convert text, spreadsheet, and other document types into PDF.

PDF-XChange Viewer lets you read PDFs as well as add comments to them, mark up pages, export to image formats like .jpg, and more.

SomePDF is software for converting PDFs into Word, HTML and text; text into PDF; and extracting images from PDFs.

Zamzar lets you convert documents from one format into another online. Multiple formats, from .csv to .pdf to .xml, are supported. It's free for files up to 100MB, which is huge for most people; paid plans for even larger files and more features start at $7/month.

ZipGenius is free file compression software for zipping and unzipping large files.

If you'd like to learn more about the things you can do with PDFs, I recommend:





Document Suites Compatible w/ Microsoft Office

If you find that you'd rather not purchase or upgrade to the latest version of Microsoft Office, check out these MS-compatible tools.

Google Docs is an online tool that lets you create and store text, spreadsheet, and presentation documents online for safekeeping and collaboration.

OpenOffice is software that includes Writer (word processing), Calc (spreadsheet), Impress (presentation), Base (database), and Draw (graphic design) programs.

Oxygen Office Professional is an enhanced version of OpenOffice that has additional features and accessories, including templates, images, fonts, clipart, and more.

ThinkFree lets you create, view, and edit MS Office-compatible files online, plus share files, collaborate, and publish documents to your website or blog.

Zoho has several programs that could constitute an online office suite, including Zoho Writer (word processing), Zoho Sheet (spreadsheet), Zoho Show (presentation), and more.




Related Document Tools

FileAmigo is free database software that integrates with MS Word for mail merge and Excel for spreadsheets.

Portable OpenOffice is OpenOffice software for portable access via iPod, flash drive, etc.

Rich Chart Live is a free tool for creating flash charts that you can put into PowerPoint or on your website.

Scribus is a free online desktop publishing program that supports professional publishing features for your brochures, newsletters, etc. If you have a version of Microsoft Office that does not include Publisher, get this.

TemplatesWise has free PowerPoint templates.



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