I'm currently trying to access a PDF file on Google Drive, and I can view its contents without any issues. However, there's no download option available for me, and when I attempt to switch to download mode, I get a message saying, 'Sorry, the owner hasn't given you permission to download this file. Only the owner and editors can download this file.' I've also tried using 'ctrl+P' to print it, but that doesn't work either. Is there any way to bypass this restriction?
5 Answers
Honestly, the simplest solution would be to just ask the owner for permission to download the file. It sounds straightforward, but it's usually the best option if they're willing to share it with you.
I get where you're coming from, but the message is pretty clear on why you can’t download it. While you can’t download directly, you can copy the text if you’re able to, but I understand copying text from a handwritten PDF isn’t easy. You might want to consider other options.
Another option is to take screenshots of the pages instead. You can use the 'ctrl + Print Screen' combination to capture each page. It might be a bit tedious, but it gets the job done if you're desperate to save the info.
Have you heard of PickPic? It’s a free app that allows you to capture scrolling screenshots. That might be an efficient way to grab the content visually from the PDF.
You could try switching to a different browser. Sometimes, certain browsers have different capabilities when it comes to file downloads, and you might find one that allows you to save it.
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