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Small tips for getting everyday paperwork done.
How to reduce PDF size for email
Make a PDF attachment smaller while keeping it readable. Choose between lossless compression, smaller scans and sending only the pages needed.
Read the guide EVERYDAY PDFS · 4 min readHow to combine scanned pages on an iPhone
Combine separate scans into one PDF on an iPhone. Save scans to Files, choose the right tool, reorder pages and check the finished document.
Read the guide SMALLER FILES · 4 min readHow to reduce a PDF for a 2 MB upload limit
Work towards a 2 MB PDF limit using page selection and compression. Check readability and file size, and learn what to do when it will not fit.
Read the guide PHOTOS & SCANS · 4 min readHow to combine JPG and PNG images into an A4 PDF
Put images into one A4 PDF without cutting off their edges. Choose order, orientation, margins and fit settings before checking the download.
Read the guide PAGE ORGANISATION · 3 min readHow to extract selected pages from a PDF
Keep just the PDF pages you need, choose their order and save one document or separate files. Includes page-range examples and common mistakes.
Read the guide FORMS & SIGNATURES · 4 min readHow to fill a PDF form and keep its fields editable
Complete supported PDF fields, save an editable copy and troubleshoot forms that cannot be filled, including scans, read-only fields and XFA.
Read the guide PDF SECURITY · 3 min readHow to password-protect a PDF before sharing it
Add an opening password to a PDF with AES-256 encryption, test the saved copy and understand how encryption differs from a watermark.
Read the guide FORMS & SIGNATURES · 3 min readHow to add a visible signature to a PDF
Draw, type or upload a signature, place it accurately on a PDF page and save a copy. Understand the limits before using it for a form.
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