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PDF vs Word: When to Use Each Format
Understand the key differences between PDF and Word documents, and when to choose each format for your needs.
By PDF Tools Team•1/10/2025
4 min read
PDF vs Word: When to Use Each Format
Choosing between PDF and Word formats depends on your specific needs. Both formats serve different purposes in document management.
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| Scenario | Recommended Format | |----------|-------------------| | Sending contracts | PDF | | Collaborative writing | Word | | Professional presentations | PDF | | Draft documents | Word | | Long-term storage | PDF | | Forms to fill | PDF | | Content creation | Word |
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