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Why do Thin lines become Thick when you export Word or PowerPoint to PDF?

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Thin table borders and shape outlines can appear unexpectedly heavy after exporting Word or PowerPoint files to PDF. This article explains how screen rendering, zoom levels, anti-aliasing, transparency and PDF export settings affect line weights, with practical guidance for creating more reliable document and presentation templates.
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Comparison showing a thin table border in Microsoft Word appearing thicker after export to PDF.

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