If you currently use Microsoft Publisher to create or maintain documents, you should review any existing Publisher files and convert them to a supported format before Publisher is removed from Windows staff devices and Labs on Friday 30 October.
Common alternatives include:
- Microsoft Word for documents, newsletters, forms, labels and reports.
- Microsoft PowerPoint for posters, presentations and visual communications.
- PDF for documents that only need to be viewed or printed.
How to convert a Publisher document to Word
Microsoft recommends:
- Open the Publisher file.
- Save the document as a PDF.
- Open Microsoft Word.
- Select File > Open and browse to the PDF file.
- Word will convert the document into an editable Word document.
How to convert a Publisher document to PDF
- Open the Publisher file (.pub).
- Select File > Save As.
- Choose a location to save the file.
- From the Save as type dropdown, select PDF (*.pdf).
- Select Save.
Please note that complex layouts, graphics and formatting may require manual adjustment after conversion.
What action do I need to take?
If you have any Publisher files that you still need to edit or maintain:
- Identify and review your existing .pub files.
- Convert them to a supported format where appropriate.
- Store the converted files in your normal business storage location.
Where can I get more information and support?
Further information from Microsoft.
If you have any queries or require assistance converting business-critical documents, please contact the IT Service Desk at IT.Services@lboro.ac.uk.