How do I convert a .doc or .docx file to a PDF on the iPad?

I've been using Goodreader, and I can't find an option in it. Other people have suggested a workaround using Google docs, but those suggestions were from years ago, and there no longer seems to be a "Save as PDF" option in Google Drive. Is there anything I can do for free, or do I have to buy an app or use my laptop to convert the file?

I don't have this app, but according to what t says in the online manual, you convert the files on your computer.
http://www.goodiware.com/gr-man-howto.html#mstopdf
I use Pages and Save2 PDF both of which can convert .doc files into PDF files. I would think that GoodReader would have this same functionality, but it appears as though it does not.

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