How do I convert XPS to PDF?

Upload your XPS file above. It is converted to PDF automatically (change the output format or quality in the Settings tab if you need to), then click Download. There is nothing to install.

Does converting XPS to PDF lose quality?

No. Text and shapes stay vectors, so the PDF stays sharp at any zoom and prints crisply.

XPS is Microsoft’s fixed-layout document format, created when you print to the “Microsoft XPS Document Writer”. Outside Windows few apps open it.

Are all pages converted?

Yes. Every page of the XPS becomes a page in the PDF, in the same order.

Can I convert XPS to PDF without the XPS Viewer?

Yes. The XPS file is opened on our servers, so you don’t need the XPS Viewer or any other software installed. Upload the file, then download the finished PDF.

Is the XPS to PDF converter free?

Yes. Convert, preview and download a single result without creating an account. Premium adds batch conversion (many files into one ZIP) and larger uploads.

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Convert XPS to PDF online and keep every page with sharp, selectable text. No software to install. Preview one free or batch-convert with Premium.

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Why convert XPS to PDF?

Every page of the XPS becomes a page in the PDF, in the same order.
Text and shapes stay vectors, so the PDF stays sharp at any zoom and prints crisply.
Text stays selectable and searchable, so you can copy it or find a word.
PDF is supported far more widely than XPS, so the file is easier to open, share and upload.
No the XPS Viewer needed: the file is opened on our servers and you download a ready-to-use PDF.

What to expect when converting XPS to PDF

Pages keep the size they were printed at.
Your original XPS file isn’t changed: you download a new PDF copy.

XPS vs PDF

Feature	XPS	PDF
Full name	XML Paper Specification	Portable Document Format
Origin	Introduced by Microsoft in 2006; standardised as ECMA-388	Created by Adobe in 1993; an ISO standard since 2008
Compression	Fixed-layout document pages	Vector pages; text stays selectable
Transparency	No	Not needed — pages keep their designed backgrounds
Animation	No	No
Colour	Full colour	Full colour
Where it opens	Windows’ XPS Viewer; most other devices and apps can’t open it	Built-in viewers in browsers, phones and computers
Best for	fixed-layout documents printed from Windows	sharing, printing and archiving complete documents
Main drawback	few apps outside Windows open it	editing it needs a PDF editor

In short: choose XPS for fixed-layout documents printed from Windows; choose PDF for sharing, printing and archiving complete documents.

Turning an XPS into a PDF that opens everywhere

PDF is what most people meant to create when they ended up with an XPS file, and converting puts that right. The PDF is built from the document itself rather than from a picture of it: pages follow the original order and printed dimensions, text can be selected and searched, and drawn graphics stay vectors, so it reads like the original document.

That makes it the right choice for statements, invoices, tickets and multi-page reports that need to be emailed, uploaded to a portal or archived. Once converted, add your signature if it is a form to return, combine it with other paperwork, or shrink it when an upload form sets a size limit.

Look over the PDF once before sending: confirm the page count matches what you expected and that logos and images from the original are present. If the page reports that the file could not be opened, it may be damaged or password-protected; a fresh copy from the sender usually solves it.

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert XPS to PDF?: Upload your XPS file above. It is converted to PDF automatically (change the output format or quality in the Settings tab if you need to), then click Download. There is nothing to install.
Does converting XPS to PDF lose quality?: No. Text and shapes stay vectors, so the PDF stays sharp at any zoom and prints crisply.
XPS or PDF: which should I use?: Use XPS for fixed-layout documents printed from Windows. Use PDF for sharing, printing and archiving complete documents. Keep in mind the main drawback of PDF: editing it needs a PDF editor.
What is a XPS file?: XPS is Microsoft’s fixed-layout document format, created when you print to the “Microsoft XPS Document Writer”. Outside Windows few apps open it.
Are all pages converted?: Yes. Every page of the XPS becomes a page in the PDF, in the same order.
Can I convert XPS to PDF without the XPS Viewer?: Yes. The XPS file is opened on our servers, so you don’t need the XPS Viewer or any other software installed. Upload the file, then download the finished PDF.
Is the XPS to PDF converter free?: Yes. Convert, preview and download a single result without creating an account. Premium adds batch conversion (many files into one ZIP) and larger uploads.

What you can do with XPS to PDF

Review the main capabilities before you begin.

Convert XPS files to PDF online
Keep every page, with text that stays sharp and selectable
Switch to any other output format in Settings
Batch-convert many XPS files into one ZIP
Preview the result before you download

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Settings reference

Available controls for XPS to PDF.

Settings

Output formatDropdown: Chooses the file type you download. The page opens on its own output format; switch to any other format before converting.Options: JPGPNGWebPAVIFGIFTIFFBMPICOPDF
QualitySliderRange: 20–100 · Default: 90: For JPG, WebP, AVIF and image-to-PDF output: higher keeps more detail but makes a bigger file; 60–80 suits most photos. Documents (Publisher, XPS, EPS…) become PDFs with every page and sharp text, with no quality setting.
Lossless modeOn / Off: For WebP and AVIF output: keeps every pixel exactly (best for logos, graphics and transparency) at the cost of a larger file.
Background fillColor picker: For JPG, BMP and image-to-PDF output, which can’t store transparency: the colour that fills transparent areas (white by default).