Here’s what to do if you receive this error message while inserting a PDF in OneNote 2016 for your Class Notebook:
The file you have selected cannot be inserted as a Printout. There may be a problem with the file, or you may not have the right program installed. You must first install a program that can open and print this file type, and then try again.
Tip: Embedding a large printout file is not recommended if many people will be syncing your content.
Solution 1: Set Adobe Acrobat Reader as your default PDF viewer
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Install Adobe Acrobat Reader.
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Open your Start menu, then select Settings.
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Select Apps > Default apps > Set defaults by app.
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Choose Adobe Acrobat Reader from your list of apps, then select Manage.
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Select Set this program as default.
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Select OK.
Solution 2: Print to OneNote from a PDF in a browser
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Open your PDF in Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome.
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Select File > Print > Send to OneNote 2016.
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When prompted, select the section or page in OneNote where you’d like to insert the PDF printout.
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Select OK.
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