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Compress PDF
Optimize existing PDF streams while keeping selectable text wherever the source permits.
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How to use Compress PDF
Use MallowShare’s Compress PDF workspace when you need to work with a file directly in your browser. The steps below describe what to check before sharing or downloading the result.
- Upload the PDF you want to make smaller.
- Choose the available compression settings, then run compression.
- Compare the new file size and review image quality and legibility before sharing.
What to check before you download
Compression savings depend on the existing images and content; some PDFs cannot be reduced much.
Keep a copy of your source file until you have opened and checked the exported result.
Compress PDF — common questions
Will all PDFs become smaller?
Not necessarily. An already optimized PDF may remain about the same size.
Will the text remain readable?
Review the exported file, especially scanned images and small lettering.