Explore PDF size reduction by rebuilding pages as JPEG images. This is a lossy raster workflow, best considered for disposable copies of scans. It is unsuitable when you must retain searchable text, accessibility tags, forms, links, digital signatures or exact page geometry.
lightbulb When to use this tool
- check_circle Test whether a copy of a scanned receipt can meet an attachment limit.
- check_circle Compare size and readability when the recipient needs only visible page images.
Inputs and results
Input: Readable PDFs and compression level.
Output: Rebuilt PDFs, size comparisons and optional ZIP.
How it works
Keep the original and select a readable PDF copy.
Choose a compression level, starting with a less aggressive setting.
Compare the actual output byte size; do not assume a compressed result is smaller.
Open the result, check small text and page dimensions, and keep the original if any required feature is lost.
Examples
science An upload limit
For a 2 MB limit, inspect the downloaded file size rather than relying only on a percentage label. Then read dates, totals and reference numbers at normal zoom.
science A text-first document
A PDF containing compact text and vectors can grow when every page becomes a JPEG image. Exporting a smaller PDF from the original application may be more suitable.
Limitations
Lossy rasterization removes searchable text, vector detail, forms, links and signatures. Render scale can change page dimensions; output may grow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will text remain searchable? expand_more
Does this provide lossless compression? expand_more
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