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How To Compress A PDF File To Make It Smaller?

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Learn how to compress a PDF file to make it smaller.

Having too many PDF files is the bane of most people's existence. Although it can be hard to compress files and make them smaller, the right PDF compressor can allow you to reduce their size in minutes.

In this article, they'll show you how they compressed the files so they would take up less space on your laptop and allow you to get more done while traveling!

Step 1: On your main screen, click the button that says Upload PDF files to reduce the file size

PDF files

To start, you'll need to ensure that you have a copy of the PDF file you want to compress. The next step is to go to your main screen and click on the button that says Upload PDF files to reduce the file size.

Once you've done this, the program will open up and display all of the files in your computer's hard drive. Select the one that needs compressing by clicking on it once with your mouse cursor and then drag it into an area called “Drag Files Here.”

This will bring up another box that asks how long ago you created this document as well as how many pages there are in total (both optional). Once this information has been entered correctly, click Compress Now!

Step 2: The compression software will allow you to upload the file in one of three ways

The compression tool will allow you to upload the file in one of three ways. The first is via the cloud, which means that it will be uploaded to a server and stored there for you. This can be done through a browser or an app on your computer.

The second way is by uploading it directly to your own computer and saving it as a local file (this may involve installing additional software). 

Finally, you can also choose to upload the PDF directly onto a USB flash drive if desired or necessary (for example, if there's no Internet connection available).

Step 3: Wait for the upload/compression process to finish; depending on the file size it may take some time

compressed PDF

Please wait for the upload/compression process to finish; depending on the file size, it may take some time. If your file is too large, it may take a long time. If your file is too small and doesn't get compressed enough, then this isn't the right tool for you either. Either way, hopefully, that was helpful!

Step 4: Click the Download button to download your compressed PDF

You have successfully compressed your PDF file and downloaded it. The other two options are:

  • Open with a different application – click this button to open the compressed PDF in a different application, such as Adobe Acrobat.
  • Save As – click this button if you want to save your new, compressed PDF somewhere else on your computer.

Adobe Acrobat says, “Once compressed; you'll find the document simpler to work with, share, and store.” So there you have it, a simple way to compress your PDF file and make it smaller. 

A Final Word

Now, you should be able to compress a PDF file to make it smaller.


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Christian Schmitz
Christian Schmitz
Christian Schmitz is a professional journalist and editor at SecureBlitz.com. He has a keen eye for the ever-changing cybersecurity industry and is passionate about spreading awareness of the industry's latest trends. Before joining SecureBlitz, Christian worked as a journalist for a local community newspaper in Nuremberg. Through his years of experience, Christian has developed a sharp eye for detail, an acute understanding of the cybersecurity industry, and an unwavering commitment to delivering accurate and up-to-date information.

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