Yes, it is possible to print LinkedIn messages. While LinkedIn does not have a built-in print feature for messages, there are a few straightforward workarounds that allow you to print your inbox conversations.
Why Print LinkedIn Messages?
There are several reasons why you may want to print out your LinkedIn messages and conversations:
- To keep a paper record of important conversations for your files
- To share conversations with coworkers or clients without giving access to your LinkedIn account
- To highlight key points or action items from a message discussion
- To read and digest long conversations more easily offline
Printing out select LinkedIn messages can make it easier to store, share, and review your conversations as needed.
Method 1: Print from Your Browser
The easiest way to print LinkedIn messages is to use your web browser’s print function:
- Log into LinkedIn and navigate to your Messages page.
- Open the conversation you want to print.
- Select all the messages you want to print by holding CTRL/Command and clicking on each one.
- Right click on the selected messages and choose Print (or use the Command/CTRL + P keyboard shortcut).
- In the print pop-up window, select your desired print settings.
- Click Print.
This will print the selected messages exactly as they appear on the page. You can print individual messages or entire conversations using this method.
Method 2: Copy and Paste Into Word Processor
If you want more flexibility with formatting and print options, you can copy message text into a word processor:
- Open the LinkedIn conversation you want to print.
- Select and copy the text of the messages you want to print.
- Paste the text into a document in Word, Google Docs, or any word processor.
- Edit and format the messages as desired.
- Print the document using the application’s print options.
This approach allows you to eliminate extraneous text, customize formatting, add highlights or comments, and print selectively from long back-and-forth conversations.
Method 3: Use LinkedIn Download Data
You can also print LinkedIn messages by downloading your conversation data:
- Go to your LinkedIn Account Settings.
- Under the Data Privacy tab, select Download your data.
- Deselect all data types except Messages.
- Enter your password and click Request archive.
- Once the download is ready, extract the ZIP file.
- Open the Messages HTML file in your browser.
- Print the conversations you want using your browser’s print options.
This gives you access to all your LinkedIn messages for printing. It can be a good option if you want to print archives from old conversations.
Tips for Printing LinkedIn Messages
Here are some tips to get the best printed output when printing your LinkedIn conversations:
- Print in landscape orientation – This will prevent message text from being cut off due to narrow column width.
- Use readability view – Enable reader mode or similar browser extension to strip away clutter and optimize article text for printing.
- Edit in Word processor – Copy/paste messages into Word or Google Docs to customize fonts, colors, margins and add highlights before printing.
- Print selective messages – Only print the most relevant parts of long conversations to avoid wasting paper.
- Check print preview – Use the print preview function to catch any formatting issues before printing.
Taking advantage of these tips can help you get clean, professional-looking prints of your important LinkedIn messages and discussions.
Limitations of Printing LinkedIn Messages
While it is possible to print your conversations, there are a few limitations to be aware of:
- You can only print messages you have access to in your account inbox.
- Some LinkedIn styling and interactive elements will not translate to print.
- Very long conversations become difficult to follow when printed.
- Images and attachments are not printed and will be omitted.
- Deleted messages cannot be recovered and printed.
Printed LinkedIn messages are best for keeping simple message text conversations. Visual and interactive elements of conversations will be lost in printing.
Storing and Sharing Printed LinkedIn Conversations
Once you’ve printed your LinkedIn messages, here are some ways you can store, organize and share those prints:
- Keep printed conversations in categorized folders or binders for record keeping.
- File printed messages alongside related project documents.
- Staple or clip message prints together to share with coworkers.
- Scan message prints to share digitally or include in presentations.
- Laminate important message printouts to preserve them.
- Paste relevant printed messages into work journals or planners.
Get in the habit of printing out and organizing your most important LinkedIn messages. Having physical copies can make the conversations easier to manage, share, and refer back to.
Is Printing LinkedIn Messages Against the Rules?
There is no rule against printing your own LinkedIn messages for personal use. LinkedIn’s User Agreement states:
“You own the content and information that you submit.”
Printing your own messages is considered personal use of your own content. However, downloading someone else’s data or messages and printing it would be prohibited.
In general, printing your own LinkedIn conversations to store them or share with others is perfectly acceptable under LinkedIn’s policies.
Best Practices When Printing Messages
To ensure you are printing LinkedIn messages properly, keep these best practices in mind:
- Only print messages from your own account inbox.
- Do not print private messages without permission from sender.
- Avoid sharing printed messages publicly if they contain sensitive information.
- Be selective – only print messages that are absolutely necessary to print.
- Double check printouts for any private details you may want to redact first.
- Dispose of printed messages securely when no longer needed.
With good judgement, printing LinkedIn messages can be an effective way to manage important conversations. But always respect privacy and confidentiality of any messages you print.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I print LinkedIn messages on mobile?
Yes, you can print messages from the LinkedIn app on iOS and Android devices. Open the conversation, tap the 3-dot menu and select Print. This will send the message to your device’s printing options.
Do printed LinkedIn messages count towards profile views?
No, printing a message does not trigger a profile view notification for the other person. Profile views only count when you click on a person’s profile photo or name.
Is there a way to print all LinkedIn messages at once?
There is no built-in LinkedIn option to mass print all messages. The best way is to use the Download your Data option and print the full Messages HTML file.
Can I save LinkedIn messages as PDF?
Yes, you can save LinkedIn messages as a PDF by printing to PDF instead of a physical printer. This allows you to store messages on your computer as digital files.
Do printed LinkedIn messages include attachments?
No, any attachments or images in the messages will not be included in the printed output. Only the message text will print.
