Convert PM6 to PUB

Understanding PM6 and PUB file formats

PM6 refers to Adobe PageMaker 6.0 files, a desktop publishing format used for creating brochures, newsletters, and other print materials. PageMaker was a popular tool in the 1990s and early 2000s, but it has since been discontinued and replaced by Adobe InDesign.

PUB is the file extension for Microsoft Publisher documents. Microsoft Publisher is a desktop publishing application that is part of the Microsoft Office suite, widely used for designing flyers, newsletters, and other print publications.

Why convert PM6 to PUB?

Converting PM6 files to PUB format allows users to edit and update legacy PageMaker documents using Microsoft Publisher, which is more widely supported on modern systems.

How to convert PM6 to PUB

Direct conversion from PM6 to PUB is not natively supported by most software, as these formats are proprietary and not directly compatible. However, you can use a two-step process:

1. Open the PM6 file in Adobe InDesign (CS6 or earlier, as newer versions have dropped support for PageMaker files). Use File → Open to import your PM6 file.
2. Export the document to a supported format such as PDF or RTF using File → Export. Microsoft Publisher can import RTF files and, with some limitations, PDFs (as images or backgrounds).
3. Open Microsoft Publisher and use File → Open or Insert → Object to import the exported file. You may need to reformat or adjust the layout.

Recommended software for PM6 to PUB conversion

• Adobe InDesign CS6: Best for opening and exporting PM6 files.
• Microsoft Publisher: For importing and editing the exported file.
• Zamzar or OnlineConvert: Online converters may help convert PDFs to Publisher-compatible formats, but results may vary.

Important tips

• Always keep a backup of your original PM6 file before conversion.
• Some formatting and elements may not transfer perfectly; manual adjustments in Publisher may be necessary.
• If you do not have access to Adobe InDesign, consider seeking professional conversion services.