How to disable Print to PDF in Windows 10

Description: This article will show you how to disable Print to PDF in Windows 10. This can be used to prevent it from being selected as an option when printing from the computer.

  1. Right click on the Start button then choose Settings.
    Quick Access Menu, Settings
  2. From the Windows Settings screen that appears, select Devices.
    Windows Settings, Devices
  3. On the Settings page that opens, in the left column select Printers & scanners.
    Device Settings, Printers & scanners
  4. Under Printers & scanners, locate Microsoft Print to PDF select it to get additional options.
    Printers & scanners, Microsoft Print to PDF
  5. Select Remove Device. On the popup to confirm removal, select Yes.
    Microsoft Print to PDF, Remove Device
    Remove device confirmation window
  6. Print to PDF no longer appears in the available printer list.
    List of available printers & scanners

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