Re: changing a pdf file to doc or other word processing file

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From: Michael Sauers
Date: Fri, 16 Apr 1999 00:00

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> I can't seem to save it in any form to which I can then
> write. I have no scanner, so I can't print out the sucker and then scan it
> in and save it as a .doc file. I have tried to convert it, but I
> have joined the clueless. Bummer.

Unfortunately, the scanner method you be your only choice.  A .pdf file is
an end result and is not really reversible.  This is so no one can go in and
electronically change the document, which is what you're really trying to
do.  Sorry.

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