Extract only the pages you need
Create a smaller PDF containing selected pages such as a contract section, invoice page, appendix or report excerpt.
Page operation
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PDF Pages combines two closely related page workflows: splitting a document and extracting selected pages into a new PDF.
Common use cases
Split a long PDF into smaller files
Divide a large document into manageable parts for email, review, filing or separate distribution.
Create a custom page range
Select non-contiguous pages or a specific range when the recipient does not need the complete source document.
Prepare documents for separate workflows
Break one PDF into logical sections before uploading, signing, archiving or sharing them independently.
How it works
1
The PDF is loaded and its page count is read in the browser.
2
Extract mode builds a new PDF from the exact pages or ranges you select.
3
Split mode divides the source document into multiple smaller PDFs according to the chosen grouping.
4
The resulting document or files are created separately so the original PDF remains unchanged.
Privacy & file handling
Page operations are performed locally
The selected PDF is processed in the browser for page extraction and splitting. The source document does not need to be uploaded to Zavilo for these page-management operations.
Limitations and important notes
- Splitting or extracting pages does not edit the content inside those pages.
- Links, forms, annotations or advanced PDF structures can behave differently after pages are copied into a new document.
- Encrypted PDFs may require unlocking before page operations can be completed.
- Extracting pages reduces the document to the selected subset; keep the original when the complete record must be preserved.
Split PDF or Extract pages?
| Feature | Result | Choose it when |
|---|---|---|
| Extract pages | One new PDF containing selected pages | You need a specific subset or custom range |
| Split PDF | Multiple smaller PDF files | You want to divide the entire source document into parts |
| Merge PDF | One PDF made from several source PDFs | You need the opposite operation: joining documents |
How to use PDF Pages
- 1
Choose a PDF.
- 2
Choose Extract pages or Split PDF.
- 3
Select pages or configure split size.
- 4
Create and download the resulting PDF file or files.
Tips for better results
- Use Extract pages for a specific subset.
- Use Split PDF when the whole document should be divided into smaller files.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between split and extract?
Extract creates a new PDF from selected pages. Split divides the original into multiple smaller PDFs.