How to save a full webpage (incl. scrolling) as a PDF

I used to be able to save a full webpage - in my use a database software that you had to scroll to the bottom of the page to see all the contacts - as a PDF using Safari.


I would open the results page in Safari and go to File > Export as PDF and save it. I could then open the file and it would be exactly as per the page and you could still scroll within the PDF to view all of the information. Now, it is only the on-screen information (without anything you have to scroll down to) that is saved.


I have tried in Chrome, Safari and Opera and none work.


The only way I have found to save the information, but it is in a bad format and a huge amount of pages is to save as html in Chrome and then convert to a PDF.


Does anyone know how to save the whole page as a PDF? I really need to be able to do this once again!


Thanks!




MacBook Air, macOS 15.5

Posted on Aug 14, 2025 06:16 PM

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Aug 17, 2025 03:57 PM in response to LeaB54

The Export as PDF works for me in Sequoia.


Have you installed and run any "cleaning", "optimizing", "speed-up", anti-virus or VPN apps on your Mac?


Give this a try: boot into Safe Mode according to How to use safe mode on your Mac and test to see if the problem persists. Reboot normally and test again.


NOTE 1: Safe Mode boot can take up to 3 - 5 minutes as it's doing the following; 

Verifies your startup disk and attempts to repair directory issues, if needed

• Loads only required kernel extensions (prevents 3rd party kernel/extensions from loading)

• Prevents Startup Items and Login Items from opening automatically

• Disables user-installed fonts 

Deletes font caches, kernel cache, and other system cache files


NOTE 2: if you have a wireless keyboard with rechargeable batteries connect it with its charging cable before booting into Safe Mode. This makes it act as a wired keyboard as will insure a successful boot into Safe Mode.


How to save a full webpage (incl. scrolling) as a PDF

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