XCF to PDF
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Supports: XCF
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Need help?How to Convert XCF to PDF
- Upload your XCF files — Click "+ Add Files" or drag and drop one or more GIMP project files.
- Set combine mode — Under "Combine?," choose "Single PDF" to merge all into one document, or "Individual PDFs" for separate files.
- Set page layout (optional) — Under "Page layout," choose "Portrait" or "Landscape." Under "Paper size," select a page size preset.
- Set image placement (optional) — Under "Image placement," choose "Cover" (fill page) or "Contained" (fit within margins). Under "Image alignment," choose "Top," "Center," or "Bottom."
- Set margin (optional) — Under "Margin," choose from "No margin (0")," "Narrow (0.5")," "Moderate (0.75×1")," "Normal (1")," or "Large (2×1")."
- Convert and download — Click "Convert" and download your PDF.
Why Convert XCF to PDF?
XCF is GIMP's native format — it can only be opened in GIMP. PDF is universally viewable on any device. Converting XCF to PDF creates a shareable document from your GIMP designs — ideal for client proofs, design portfolios, print-ready artwork, and archiving projects.
XCF to PDF Settings
| Scenario | Placement | Margin | Compression |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design proof | Contained | Normal (1") | Ebook |
| Print artwork | Cover | No margin | Prepress |
| Portfolio | Contained | Moderate | Default |
| Archive | Cover | Narrow | Screen |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are GIMP layers preserved?
No. Each XCF is flattened (all visible layers merged) and placed as one page in the PDF.
Can I control PDF quality?
Yes. Under "Image Compression," set "Image Quality (%)." Under "Compression Type," choose Screen (smallest), Ebook, Default, Prepress, or Printer (highest).
Can I remove transparency?
Yes. Under "Image Transparency," choose "Removed" to replace transparent areas with white.
Can I create individual PDFs?
Yes. Under "Combine?," select "Individual PDFs" for one PDF per XCF file.
Can I set page orientation?
Yes. Under "Page layout," choose "Portrait" or "Landscape."