If you are reading this, the chances are you have come across a PDF file at least once. PDF files help you share information in a format that is universally acceptable. That means nearly every device and software can open a PDF file, but sometimes the file size makes it hard for some apps to open it. Reducing its size can help.
How to reduce the size of a PDF file
There are two main ways to shrink your PDF file so it becomes compatible with an app.
Using an online tool: Several online tools can help compress PDF files. While most of them are free, a few tools charge you for additional features. These tools work by reducing the quality of the images in the PDF, which is a good thing because you would hardly need high-quality images in a PDF file. A simple Google Search will show you many free tools that can compress a PDF file for you and work on PCs, Macs, and smartphones.
Using offline software: You can compress PDF files even when you have no internet connection. Apps such as PDFShrink and Foxit PDF Studio Free are free-to-use tools you can download on your PC and compress PDF files without a hassle. Adobe Acrobat Pro also allows PDF compression, although it is paid software.
How to keep a PDF file light
While there are tools to compress a PDF file after it is generated, you can try publishing a lightweight PDF file alternatively. Here are some additional tips:
Reduce image resolution: When inserting images into a file, try to reduce their resolution. Most PDF files do not need to be high-resolution, making this a safe method.
Convert color images to grayscale: The more the information in a photo, the more its size. Grayscale images are smaller than color images in size, so you can try using them instead.
Remove unnecessary fonts: Keeping the fonts simple can help reduce the size of a PDF file.
Compress text: Some PDF files let you compress the text, which helps in reducing the overall file size significantly.
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