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How to fix pdf and print issues in QuickBooks? | Forum

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Ben Mark
Ben Mark Mar 1 '23

Facing pdf and print errors in QuickBooks is pretty much common. However, these errors can be eliminated using some set of steps stated later in this post. If you are interested in finding out what those steps are, make sure to read this post till the end. This error can be seen if the printer is not connected properly or if there are issues with the temp folder permissions. There can be other reasons as well causing such an error, which we will be discussing later in this post. Read ahead to find the causes and fixes of such errors in QuickBooks. However, for any queries, you can contact us at 1(844)405-0907 and our team will ensure to provide immediate support and assistance.


Fix QuickBooks PDF and Print Problems with QuickBooks Desktop

The user can try performing the below steps to eliminate pdf and print issues in QuickBooks.

Reset your temp folder permissions

Step 1: Reset your temp folder permissions

·         The first step is to press the Windows key + R to open the RUN command.

·         And then enter %TEMP% and press Enter.

·         After that right-click an empty area of the temp folder, and choose Properties.

·         Go for the Security tab.

·         Ascertain that all user names and groups showing on the Security tab have Full Control.

·         After the permissions have been set to Full Control, save as a PDF again within QuickBooks.

Step 2: Confirm you can print to your XPS (only for Save as PDF and Email issues)

Confirm you can print to your XPS Document Writer. QuickBooks uses parts of the XPS Document Writer (Microsoft Windows product) to save as a PDF.

·         The first step is to open Notepad.

·         Enter Test. Select File and then Print.

·         Go for the XPS Document Writer, and then Print.

·         Enter a filename and save it to your desktop.

·         Move to desktop and view the XPS document you printed from notepad.

Now that you know the steps involved in fixing the pdf and print issues in QuickBooks, it is time for you to implement those steps and try to get rid of the issue permanently. However, if you aren’t able to due to some or other reason or if you need our assistance, feel free to reach out to our team professionals right away at 1(844)405-0907 and we will provide you with instant solutions to all QuickBooks-related issues.


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Peter Groft
Peter Groft Mar 2 '23

Step 1: Restart your computer

Restart your computer and then try again. If this doesn't fix the issue, reset your temp folder permissions.


Step 2: Reset your temp folder permissions

Press the Windows key + R to open the RUN command.

Type %TEMP% and press Enter.

Right-click an empty area of the temp folder, and select Properties.

Select Security.

Make sure all user names and groups in Security have Full Control.

Once the permissions have been set to Full Control, save as a PDF again in QuickBooks.


Step 3: Test if you can print to your XPS (only for Save as PDF and Email issues)

QuickBooks uses parts of the XPS Document Writer (Microsoft Windows product) to save as a PDF. Test to see if you can print to your XPS Document Writer.


Open Notepad.

Type Test. Select File and then Print.

Select the XPS Document Writer, and then Print.

Type a filename and save it to your desktop.

Go to your desktop and view the XPS document you printed from notepad.


Greetings,
Peter