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Troubleshoot when you can't insert a PDF Printout in Class Notebook

Here’s what to do if you receive this error message while inserting a PDF in OneNote 2016:

The file you have selected cannot be inserted as a Printout. There may be a problem with the file, or you may not have the right program installed. You must first install a program that can open and print this file type, and then try again.
 

Tip: Embedding a large printout file is not recommended if many people will be syncing your content.

Solution 1: Set Adobe Acrobat Reader as your default PDF viewer

  1. Install Adobe Acrobat Reader.

  2. Open your Start menu, then select Settings.

  3. Select Apps > Default apps > Set defaults by app.

  4. Choose Adobe Acrobat Reader from your list of apps, then select Manage.

  5. Select Set this program as default.

  6. Select OK.

Solution 2: Print to OneNote from a PDF in a browser

  1. Open your PDF in Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome.

  2. Select File > Print Send to OneNote 2016.

  3. When prompted, select the section or page in OneNote where you’d like to insert the PDF printout.

  4. Select OK.

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