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How to Optimize PDF with Best PDF Optimizer

Probably the first question that comes to mind is what is PDF optimization? This is the process of reducing or compressing a file into a size that does not take up too much space. The next possible question is why optimize? Large files sometimes take a long time to download or open when you need them too. To make matters worse, if it has images, then the complexity of how it has been written can make it entirely impossible to open. When you optimize your PDF document you enable easy opening, uploading and downloading of the document. This article will give you easy steps on how to optimize PDF with the best PDF optimizer.

Part 1Best PDF File Optimizer for Windows and Mac

While there are many tools that offer optimizing solutions, not all of them necessarily offer you the best results. That is why you need to consider using Wondershare PDFelement as your only PDF editing tool. This is because apart from offering you other PDF editing platforms, it is the best tool to use when optimizing your PDF. The image quality of your document will not be compromised, neither do you risk getting your file hacked into as you do not have to work on it online. Some of its other features include:

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  • Various editing and annotating tools let you freely make changes or comment on your PDF document;
  • Powerful converts gives you the possibility of repurposing your document.
  • By use of the OCR tool, you are able to convert documents that were previously scanned into documents you can edit.
  • Password protection can help you protect unapproved viewing, modifying and printing.
  • You can add both text and image watermarks to your document to enhance document ownership and control.
  • You can merge or split PDF files to manage and organize your PDF in a better way.

Part 2How to Perform PDF Optimization

Step 1. Import the PDF You Want to Optimize

Open your PDFelement and click the "Open" button to upload the target PDF. For Mac users, you can import your PDF by clicking the "Open File" button.

Step 2. Create an Optimized PDF

When the file is fully loaded, you then need to click on "File" and select the "Optimize" button. A window will appear with the following choices: Web ready (smaller size); Office ready (medium Size); Print ready (larger size); Custom. Choose the option that best suits your current need. For custom compression another window will appear requesting you to specify the quality and size you wish to optimize your document into. If you are satisfied by the adjustment you have made, click "Optimize".

For Mac users, click on "File > Optimize PDF". You will be presented with a window that requires you to specify the optimization quality specifications you need. For best image output, it is best to select the highest dpi specifications. Click "Preview" to check the result and click "Save As" to start optimization.

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Published: May 27,2016 10:50 am / Updated: Jul 01,2016 17:38 pm

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