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Rewrite PDF objects and compare the saved file size.

Browser-only processing. Up to 50 MiB combined and 150 pages; 20 files for merging. Password protection, forms, signatures and attachments are unsupported.

Rewrites PDF objects. Images keep their existing resolution and encoding; file size can increase.

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How to use

Choose compact object streams or a plain rewrite. The tool does not reduce image resolution or recompress images, and saved files can be larger.

1

Choose input

Choose a PDF.

2

Set options

Select save mode and rewrite.

3

Use the result

Compare actual size and inspect the downloaded pages.

Examples and checks

Worked example

Use the settings below and inspect the saved result.

Input
An ordinary three-page PDF; compact object streams
Output
A readable three-page rewrite with original text and visible content; size comparison reports the actual change

Limits and questions

Inputs are processed in your browser. Analytics and advertising can make separate network requests.

Supported behavior

Choose compact object streams or a plain rewrite. The tool does not reduce image resolution or recompress images, and saved files can be larger.

Limits and review

50 MiB and 150 pages. Forms, signatures, portfolios and attachments are rejected. Size reduction is not guaranteed.

Verification

Review record: 2026-08-26. See the documented behavior and limitations above, and the testing standards for the scope of review.

Testing methodology

When to use another workflow

Use Ghostscript, Acrobat, or a specialist compressor when you need image downsampling, font controls, archival profiles, or a target file size.

Frequently asked questions

What are the limits?
50 MiB and 150 pages.
What should I check before using the output?
Forms, signatures, portfolios and attachments are rejected. Size reduction is not guaranteed.