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Word: How to Password Encrypt a PDF File

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Quick Assist isencrypt a WindowsPDF built-infile. remoteThis softwarequick thatguide enablesshows ITyou support engineershow to quicklyPassword connect to your machine and resolve IT issues remotely. Setting it up is simple and takes justEncrypt a minute.PDF FollowFile theseusing easyMicrosoft steps:Word.

1. Open the StartFile Menumenu

PressOnce you have opened the Windowsdocument, key on your keyboard to bring upclick the Startfile Menu.menu at the top-left of the screen.

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2. SearchSave forAs Quick> AssistBrowse

TypeClick QuickSave AssistAs in the> search bar, then press Enter to open it.Browse

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3. EnterSave theas SupportType Codeas PDF

Once the Quick Assist window appears, you’ll see a prompt asking for a code. Your IT support engineer will provide this code.

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4. SubmitClick the Codeoption button

Type in the code and click Submit to initiate the remote session.



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5. AcceptEnable "Encrypt the Remotedocument Sessionwith a password"

Quick Assist will go through a brief loading screen, followed by a prompt with a checkbox. Tick the box and click Accept to confirm the remote session.

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6. GrantEnter Controla to the Support Engineerpassword

Finally, your support engineer will request control of your machine. A toolbar will appear at the top of your screen. Click Allow to grant them control.

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7. Save the PDF 


Finally, your support engineer will request control of your machine. A toolbar will appear at the top of your screen. Click Allow to grant them control.

 

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