How to Use the Split PDF
- Select the PDF file you want to split.
- Enter the page range you want to extract (e.g. 3-7).
- Click split to generate a new PDF with those pages.
- Download the extracted PDF.
Different ways to split a PDF
Splitting can mean a few things: pulling out a single page, extracting a range such as pages 3 to 8, or breaking a large document into separate files. Each is useful in different situations, from sharing just the relevant section to reducing a file's size.
Extracting only the pages you need also keeps private material out of view, handy when a document contains sections not everyone should see.
Common reasons to split
People split PDFs to email just the page a colleague asked for, to separate scanned documents captured in one pass, to remove blank or unwanted pages, or to divide a big report into manageable parts.
The tool runs in your browser, so the document is never uploaded, and you get the resulting file instantly with no sign-up.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I extract a range of pages?
Enter the start and end page numbers (for example 3 to 7) and the tool creates a new PDF containing only those pages.
Are my files private?
Yes. Splitting runs locally with pdf-lib, so your PDF is never uploaded or stored anywhere.
Can I split a large PDF?
Yes, though very large documents depend on your device's available memory since everything is processed in the browser.
Will the extracted pages keep their formatting?
Yes. Pages are copied exactly, so layout, text and images are preserved in the new file.
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