How to generate a manual in PDF format
Target audience:
Mavim users who need to create manuals in PDF format from topics in the topic tree.
Purpose:
Guide users through generating a manual in PDF format using Mavim.
Steps to generate a PDF manual
1. Open the publication settings
- Go to the Modelling tab.
- In the Publication section, select PDF File.
2. Select a theme
- A theme is required for PDF generation.
- For details on theme settings, see Create Word Theme.
(Themes for Word and PDF share the same configuration principles.)
3. Configure additional settings
- Choose the topic from which the print job should start.
- Verify the theme format:
- Paragraphs format for handbooks.
- Columns format for work instructions.
4. Generate the PDF
- Click OK.
- Enter a file name and select a storage location in the Save dialog box.
- The PDF manual will be generated and saved to the specified location.
Important notes
- A theme is mandatory for PDF generation.
- Theme settings determine the layout and structure of the manual.
- For advanced customization, edit the Word theme before generating the PDF.
