5 Ways to Reduce PDF File Size
2026-06-19
PDF files can get bloated with embedded fonts, high-res images, and unused metadata. Here are 5 ways to shrink them.
1. Strip metadata: Remove author, title, and keyword data you don't need.
2. Downsample images: Reduce embedded images from 300 DPI to 150 DPI for screen viewing.
3. Remove unused objects: PDFs often contain duplicate or orphaned objects.
4. Use GhostScript: Our advanced compression uses GS for maximum reduction.
5. Choose the right quality: Screen (72 DPI) for email, Ebook (150 DPI) for reading, Printer (300 DPI) for professional output.