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Convert .JPG and .TIFF to .PDF

Hello,

I have about 2,000 files that I have to convert to .PDF. They are currently .TIFF and .JPG. I know how to right click them and convert to PDF but then I have to click save and pick the folder, each time. For 2,000 + files that will take forever, does anyone know of a solution. I want to create all files as a PDF in one shot if possible.

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to put all files in a single pdf, you can use this software :
http://fm-pdf.com/free-jpg-to-pdf.html
it is free and for windows
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Thank you, I actually need them to be separate as they are as a .jpg or .tiff. I found a program for the .jpg so I am all set with that (Free JPG to PDF Converter). I am now looking for help with the .tiff files.
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This EE article shows how to do it:

Batch Conversion of PDF, TIFF, and Other Image Formats via Command Line Interface to PDF, PDF Searchable, and TIFF

You would use these two command lines:

batchconverter.com -Ic:\inputfolder\*.jpg -Od:\outputfolder\ -TPDF
batchconverter.com -Ic:\inputfolder\*.tiff -Od:\outputfolder\ -TPDF

The first line converts all of the JPG files to PDF. The second line converts all of the TIFF files to PDF. Of course, if the file type is TIF (not TIFF), then the line would be:

batchconverter.com -Ic:\inputfolder\*.tif -Od:\outputfolder\ -TPDF

As stated in the article, Nuance offers a free 30-day trial of the software you'll need (Power PDF Advanced), available for download here:
http://www.nuance.com/for-business/document-imaging-and-scanning/power-pdf-converter/index.htm#resources

If for some reason you're not happy with that solution, there are ways to do it with IrfanView and GraphicsMagick. Regards, Joe
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I don't see where it allows you to download without purchasing. I found a easy to use free program for .jpg just not .tiff yet.
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This worked perfect!  Thank you for this!!
Just for the record, which one did you use — Power PDF Advanced or IrfanView? Whichever one it was, I'm glad that it worked for you. You're very welcome! Regards, Joe
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I used the Trial version you sent from nuance, if I have more after the 30 days I will try the other one.
OK, good to know. Thanks!