Do you have printable activities that you can’t use in virtual learning? Look no further! Keep reading if you would like to learn how to turn your pdf or hard copy worksheet into an editable digital worksheet THE EASY WAY!

Before we get started, if the worksheet is a hard copy, you need to start by using your phone to take a photo to convert it into a pdf.

To do this, you can use the app CamScanner or if you have an iPhone, use the built-in Notes app.

I suggest starting with the video above to watch me as I convert a pdf to a digital worksheet and then continue scrolling to follow along with the steps!

Step One: Open your PDF and Take a Screenshot!

Take a screenshot of each page and save them on your computer.

To take a screenshot on a Mac: Use the keyboard shortcut shift + command + 4, then drag your cursor over the portion of your screen that you want to screenshot.

To take a screenshot on a PC: Use the snipping tool!

Step Two: Open a new blank presentation in Google Slides or Microsoft PowerPoint

Go to Page Setup to adjust the page size to 8.5 in x 11 in.

Next, delete the two text boxes that you see.

Step Three: Upload Your Screenshot(s) as your Background(s)

Change the background of your Google Slides or Microsoft PowerPoint to your screenshot images!

To do this…

In Google Slides, right-click and select Change Background, then use Upload to insert your image.

In Microsoft PowerPoint, choose picture and then insert!

Your images are now locked so that they cannot be manipulated by students.

Step Four: Add A Text Box to Each Question

Now that your background is locked, add text boxes to each question for students to type their answers in.

You can just do this once and then copy and paste (or duplicate for all other questions).

I like to add color and a clear border to each text box to ensure that students see the boxes.

Optional Step for Math Teachers: Add space for students to show their work!

Duplicate your slide(s) and delete the text boxes. Add in new text boxes as space-savers for student work.

Export the slide as an image and then upload it as the background.

Delete the space-savers after you upload the image as your background.

Step Five: Share your Digital Worksheet with Your Students

Share your Google slides presentation or Microsoft PowerPoint via your learning platform! That’s it!

I hope these quick steps helped you turn your pdf into an editable worksheet. If you still have questions, please leave them below!

Interested in my free step-by-step guide to creating a drag and drop activity?

Click here or the image below!