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How to save, rename, or move PDFs and images in Preview on iPhone

In the Preview app, you can save a PDF or image, rename the file, copy the PDF or image to the Clipboard, create a duplicate, or move the file. When you leave a file, it’s saved, and you return to the main menu.

  1. Open the Preview app on your iPhone.
  2. Open a PDF or image.
  3. Do any of the following:
    • Save the file and return to the main menu: Tap the Back button.
    • Rename the file: Tap the Actions Menu button next to the filename. Then tap Rename. Enter a new filename. Then tap Done on the onscreen keyboard.
    • Copy the PDF or image to the Clipboard: Tap the Share button, then tap Copy.
    • Create a duplicate: Tap the Actions Menu button next to the filename. Tap Duplicate.
    • Move the file: Tap the Actions Menu button next to the filename and tap Move. Tap the Actions Menu button next to Preview and select a new location.
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