How to Split PDF Files

Splitting PDF files allows you to extract specific pages or break down large documents into smaller, more manageable files. This tutorial will guide you through the process step by step.

Step 1: Upload Your PDF File

Click on the "Drop PDF file here or click to browse" area to select the PDF file you want to split.

You can:

• Drag and drop a PDF file into the upload area
• Click to browse and select a file from your computer
• The tool will automatically analyze the PDF and show the total page count

Note: You can only upload one PDF file at a time for splitting.

Step 2: Choose Your Split Mode

Select how you want to split your PDF. There are three modes available:

Split into Individual Pages

This mode creates a separate PDF file for each page in your document.

Best for:

• Creating individual documents from each page
• Sharing specific pages with different people
• Organizing pages into separate files

Extract Specific Page Range

This mode lets you extract specific pages or ranges of pages from your PDF.

Format: Use commas to separate ranges

• Single page: 5
• Range: 1-3
• Multiple ranges: 1-3, 5, 7-10

Best for:

• Extracting a contract's specific sections
• Getting only the pages you need
• Creating custom page combinations

Split by Intervals

This mode splits your PDF into multiple files, each containing a specific number of pages.

Example: If you set the interval to 2, a 10-page PDF will be split into 5 files with 2 pages each.

Best for:

• Creating consistent file sizes
• Breaking down large documents
• Batch processing requirements

Step 3: Configure Your Settings

Depending on the split mode you selected, configure the appropriate settings:

For Page Range:

• Enter the pages you want to extract
• Example: 1-3, 5, 7-10 will create files for pages 1-3, page 5, and pages 7-10
• Page numbers must be within the total page count

For Intervals:

• Enter the number of pages per split file
• Must be at least 1
• The last file may contain fewer pages if the total doesn't divide evenly

Step 4: Split and Download

Once you've configured your settings, click the "Split PDF" button.

After processing:

1. A success message will appear showing how many files were created
2. You'll see a list of all generated PDF files
3. Each file shows its name and page range
4. Click the Download button on any file to save it to your computer
5. Files are named automatically based on their page ranges (e.g., pages_1-3.pdf)

Tip: The page automatically scrolls to the download section when splitting is complete, so you can immediately access your files.

Key Features

• Fast Processing: All splitting happens in your browser - no uploads to servers
• Privacy First: Your files never leave your device
• Multiple Split Modes: Choose the method that fits your needs
• Free to Use: No registration or payment required
• No Page Limits: Split PDFs of any size

Common Use Cases

• Extracting signature pages from contracts
• Separating chapters from a large document
• Creating individual files for each form in a packet
• Splitting e-books by chapters
• Extracting specific sections from reports
• Breaking down large PDFs for easier sharing

Troubleshooting

Invalid Page Range

If you see an error about invalid page ranges, check that:

• All page numbers are within the total page count
• Start page is less than or equal to end page
• Format is correct (e.g., 1-3 not 1 - 3)

File Won't Upload

If your file isn't uploading:

• Ensure it's a valid PDF file
• Check that the file isn't password-protected
• Try a different PDF file to test

Download Not Working

If downloads aren't starting:

• Check your browser's download settings
• Ensure pop-ups aren't blocked
• Try a different browser

Tips for Best Results

1. Know Your Pages: Check the total page count after upload to ensure you're using the correct page numbers
2. Use Ranges Efficiently: Instead of 1,2,3,4,5, use 1-5 for cleaner input
3. Test Small First: If you're unsure about the settings, test with a smaller PDF first
4. Organize Downloads: Create a folder for split files before starting to keep them organized
5. Check File Names: Generated file names indicate which pages they contain for easy identification

Privacy and Security

• All PDF processing happens locally in your browser
• Files are never uploaded to any server
• Your data remains completely private
• No tracking or analytics on your files
• Safe to use with confidential documents