What is a Hybrid PDF File?
A hybrid PDF file is a PDF document that is readable by any standard PDF reader, but also includes the source file in Writer, Calc, or Impress format (ODT, ODS, or ODP) embedded within it. The advantage of saving your documents as hybrid PDFs is the ability to share them with people who may not have LibreOffice installed, while still retaining the option to edit the original using LibreOffice.
Benefits of Hybrid PDF Files
By using hybrid PDF files, users can ensure compatibility and flexibility when sharing documents, allowing for seamless editing and collaboration.
LibreOffice Draw can display and edit PDF files, but its features are far less extensive than those for editing the original file.
How to Create a Hybrid PDF
- Open your LibreOffice document: Whether it is a text document, a spreadsheet, a presentation, etc. All types of documents compatible with LibreOffice will work.
- Go to the File menu: Then select "Export As" and then "Export as PDF...".
- Enable Hybrid PDF creation: In the export window, check the box for "Hybrid PDF (embed ODT file)".
- Customize options (optional): You can modify other settings such as compression, image resolution, watermark, etc. Remember that large images create large documents.
- Export the PDF: Click on the "Export" button to save the file (choose the folder and filename).
The created PDF will be readable by any PDF reader, but it can also be edited with LibreOffice using simple drag-and-drop.
Note: All PDF files you create afterward from LibreOffice will be hybrid until you uncheck this option.
