Have you ever wanted to share a PDF file with your colleagues or friends but struggled with how to create a download link for it? Look no further than Google Drive.
First, upload the PDF file to your Google Drive account. Once it has finished uploading, click on the file and move to the top right where you’ll find “More Actions.” Click that and then select “Share.” You’ll need to click the “Copy Link” icon and then ensure you change this link so that it can be viewed by anyone.
Next, determine the file ID by looking after “file/forward slash d/forward slash” and before “forward slash view question mark.” Merge this newly obtained file ID with the link you copied earlier. You should now have a link that looks similar to the example provided.
Finally, head to the web page where you would like your automatic download link to be housed and either paste the link or use a hyperlink option to embed it in your text. Once you’ve done this, your PDF file will be easily accessible to anyone who clicks on the link.
Don’t let the challenge of creating a download link for a PDF file hold you back. With these simple steps, you’ll be able to share your files easily and efficiently. Good luck!