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How to convert PDF pages to PNG images

A step-by-step guide to convert PDF pages to PNG images, with advice on the settings and checks that matter.

Before you start

Decide which pages need to be shared as images. PNG is useful for line art and small text where lossy artifacts would be distracting.

How to do it, step by step

  1. Open the PDF whose pages you want as images.
  2. Convert the pages to PNG and download the results you need.
  3. Inspect small text and diagrams at their intended display size. Keep the PDF as well if you need selectable text.

Check the saved file

Open the images at their intended display size and check fine details.

PNG or JPG for PDF page images?

PNG generally suits diagrams and text-heavy screenshots; JPG often uses less space for photographs. Neither preserves selectable PDF text. Choose PNG for sharper edges, JPG for compact photo-heavy pages, or keep the PDF when selection and document structure matter.