How to Reduce the File Size of a PDF

Reducing the file size of a PDF can make it easier to share and store. Here are some methods using tools typically installed on Windows and Mac OS, including an online tool from Adobe:

For Windows:

1. Adobe Acrobat Reader DC:
   • Open the PDF in Adobe Acrobat Reader DC.
   • Click on the “File” menu.
   • Select “Save As Other” and choose “Reduced Size PDF”.
   • Adjust the compression settings as needed and save the file.
2. Microsoft Edge:
   • Open the PDF in Microsoft Edge.
   • Click on the “Print” button.
   • Select “Save as PDF” instead of printing.
   • Adjust the settings to reduce the file size and save the new PDF.

For Mac OS:

1. Preview:
   • Open the PDF in Preview.
   • Click on “File” > “Export”.
   • Choose “Reduce File Size” from the Quartz Filter options.
   • Save the new PDF.
2. Pages:
   • Copy the content of the PDF into Pages.
   • Adjust the image quality and other settings.
   • Export the document as a PDF.