Google Docs does not natively support downloading a document with comments as a PDF. Standard exports via will remove all margin notes and conversation threads.
If you do not have Microsoft Word, this method allows you to view comments as footnotes at the bottom of your PDF. how to download google doc with comments as pdf
Confirm that comments appear in the print preview before clicking . Method 2: Download as a Web Page (.html) Google Docs does not natively support downloading a
Open the downloaded file in Microsoft Word. If it opens in "Protected View," click Enable Editing . Confirm that comments appear in the print preview
To successfully download a Google Doc with its comments intact, you must use one of the following reliable workarounds. Method 1: The Microsoft Word Workaround (Most Reliable)
In your Google Doc, go to File > Download > Microsoft Word (.docx) .
Ensure comments are visible. If not, go to the Review tab, click Show Markup , and ensure Comments is checked. Export to PDF: Go to File > Print .