Converting JPG to PDF on Android

Converting JPG images to PDF format on Android devices is a common task that can be accomplished in several ways. Whether you need to create professional documents, share photos in a more universal format, or combine multiple images into a single file, this guide covers all the methods available for Android users.

Method 1: Using Google Drive

Google Drive provides a simple way to convert JPGs to PDF:

Step 1: Upload Your JPG Image(s)

1. Open the Google Drive app on your Android device
2. Tap the ”+” button in the bottom-right corner
3. Select “Upload”
4. Navigate to and select your JPG image(s)
5. Wait for the upload to complete

Step 2: Convert to PDF

1. Once uploaded, locate the JPG file in Google Drive
2. Tap the three-dot menu icon next to the file
3. Select “Open with”
4. Choose “Google Docs” (this will create a document with the image)
5. Tap the three-dot menu in the upper-right corner
6. Select “Share & export”
7. Choose “Save as PDF”
8. The PDF will be saved to your Google Drive

Method 2: Using the Google PDF Converter App

Google offers a dedicated PDF conversion app:

Step 1: Install the App

1. Open Google Play Store
2. Search for “PDF Converter by Google”
3. Install the app

Step 2: Convert JPGs to PDF

1. Open the PDF Converter app
2. Grant necessary permissions
3. Tap “Image to PDF”
4. Select the JPG images you want to convert
5. Tap “Create PDF”
6. The app will generate a PDF file
7. Choose where to save or share the PDF

Method 3: Using the Print Function

Android’s print functionality can be used to create PDFs:

Step 1: Open the JPG Image

1. Open your image in any gallery app or file browser
2. Tap the three-dot menu or share icon

Step 2: Use “Print” to Create PDF

1. Select “Print” from the options (if you don’t see Print, look for “Share” first)
2. In the print dialog, tap the dropdown for printer selection
3. Choose “Save as PDF” or “Print to PDF” (the exact wording may vary by device)
4. Tap the PDF icon or “Save” button
5. Choose where to save the PDF file

Method 4: Using Files by Google

The Files by Google app offers some conversion capabilities:

Step 1: View the JPG Image

1. Open Files by Google app
2. Navigate to your JPG image
3. Tap to open it

Step 2: Save as PDF

1. Tap the three-dot menu
2. Select “Print”
3. In the print preview, tap the dropdown menu
4. Select “Save as PDF”
5. Choose a location to save the file

Method 5: Using Third-Party Apps

Several specialized apps provide more advanced features:

Option 1: Adobe Acrobat Reader

Adobe’s official app offers reliable conversion:

1. Download “Adobe Acrobat Reader” from Google Play Store
2. Open the app
3. Tap the ”+” icon at the bottom
4. Select “Create PDF”
5. Choose “Select file from device”
6. Browse to and select your JPG image(s)
7. The app will generate a PDF
8. Save or share the PDF as needed

Option 2: CamScanner

A popular document scanning app with PDF conversion:

1. Install “CamScanner” from Google Play Store
2. Open the app
3. Tap the ”+” button
4. Select “Import” and choose “From Gallery”
5. Select your JPG image(s)
6. Tap “Done” and wait for processing
7. Once the images are imported, tap the share icon
8. Select “Export to PDF”
9. Choose your preferred quality
10. Save the PDF to your device

Option 3: Image to PDF Converter

Dedicated conversion app with batch processing:

1. Install “Image to PDF Converter” from Google Play Store
2. Open the app
3. Tap “Select Photos” or the ”+” icon
4. Choose your JPG images
5. Arrange them in your preferred order
6. Tap “Convert” or “Create PDF”
7. Set quality and page options
8. Tap “Save” to create your PDF

Method 6: Using Samsung’s Built-in Tools

Samsung devices have additional built-in options:

Using Samsung Gallery

1. Open Samsung Gallery app
2. Select your JPG image(s)
3. Tap the three-dot menu
4. Select “Print”
5. From the printer dropdown, choose “Save as PDF”
6. Adjust settings if needed
7. Tap “Save” and choose a location

Using Samsung Notes

1. Open Samsung Notes
2. Create a new note
3. Tap the ”+” icon in the toolbar
4. Select “Image” and choose your JPG file
5. After adding the image, tap the three-dot menu
6. Select “Share as file”
7. Choose “PDF” as the format
8. Select where to save the PDF

Creating Multi-Page PDFs from Multiple JPGs

Using Third-Party Apps

Most PDF converter apps support combining multiple images:

1. Select all the JPG images you want to include
2. Make sure they’re in the correct order
3. Use the app’s batch conversion feature
4. Generate a single PDF with multiple pages

Using Google Drive

1. Upload all JPG images to Google Drive
2. Create a new Google Docs document
3. Insert all images into the document in order
4. Export as PDF

Customizing Your PDF

Adjusting Page Size and Orientation

• Most conversion apps offer page size options (A4, Letter, etc.)
• Look for orientation settings (portrait or landscape)
• Some apps allow custom page sizes

Quality and File Size

• Higher quality settings will produce larger files
• For documents containing text, choose higher resolution
• For simple images or screenshots, medium quality is often sufficient
• Some apps offer compression options to reduce file size

Troubleshooting Common Issues

PDF Quality Problems

• Check your conversion settings and select higher quality if available
• Ensure your original JPG is high resolution
• Avoid using screenshots of images, use the original images instead

App Crashes During Conversion

• Try converting fewer images at once
• Close background apps to free up memory
• Restart your device and try again

Unable to Share or Open the PDF

• Make sure you have a PDF reader app installed
• Try opening the PDF in Google Drive or Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Check if the file was saved correctly by browsing to its location

Conclusion

Converting JPG to PDF on Android is straightforward with several methods available to suit different needs. For quick conversions, the built-in print functionality or Google Drive works well. For more advanced features like batch conversion, page customization, or text recognition, third-party apps provide additional options.

Choose the method that best matches your requirements based on the number of images you need to convert, quality requirements, and whether you need additional features like OCR (Optical Character Recognition) or annotation tools.