Linearize PDF
Putting large PDFs on a website? A linearized PDF is arranged so its first page appears right away, instead of after the whole file has downloaded.
Runs in your browser — files are never uploaded
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How to use Linearize PDF
- Drop one or more PDF files onto the page.
- Click “Optimise for web”.
- Download the linearized files and upload them to your website.
Frequently asked questions
What does linearize mean?
The objects of the PDF are reordered and an index is added so a viewer can show page 1 after receiving only the start of the file. It is also called “fast web view”.
Does it make the file smaller?
No — use “Compress PDF” for that, then linearize the result.
Does anything change visually?
No. The pages stay exactly the same.