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enato007
Copper Contributor
Jun 07, 2023

Microsoft Edge "Save as" function not working for pdfs

Good day. Since the last Edge update, I have not been able to save pdf files(editable pdf). Before when you click save as, and enter a new name, the page referred to the new name. but now, the page r...
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Figaro14
Copper Contributor
Apr 24, 2026

April 2026 The issue has developed again.  I've tried reinstalling Edge, switching to Edge Beta, going back to the default Microsoft Edge PDF.  Nothing works. It will SAVE the very first edit you do.  After that, it refuses to do either a save or a save as.  This is a huge problem.  Please help!!!! 

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    vinod74
    Copper Contributor
    Apr 29, 2026

    for me too...  please help.

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    Figaro14
    Copper Contributor
    Apr 29, 2026

    Just wanted all to know -  after trying every suggestion that Microsoft, AI, YouTube videos, and other posters suggested -- none of which worked to get Edge PDF writer to save edits, I finally resorted to rolling back all Microsoft Updates from this past month.  Ahhh!  Guess what?  Now Edge PDF writer works properly again. 

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      Sniper0193
      Copper Contributor
      May 13, 2026

      How do I roll back all Microsoft Updates?  I'm having the very same issue and I'm ready to pull my hair out 🤔