How to Use RaptorPDF
RaptorPDF is a powerful, privacy-first PDF editor that works entirely in your browser. Follow this guide to make the most of our free tools.
Getting Started
RaptorPDF requires no registration or software installation. Simply visit our homepage and start working with your PDFs immediately.
1. Upload Your Files
- Click to Upload: Click the upload area and select files from your device
- Drag & Drop: Drag PDF files or images directly onto the upload area
- Multiple Files: You can upload multiple PDFs and images at once
- Supported Formats: PDF, JPG, JPEG, PNG, HEIC files
2. Edit and Arrange Pages
- Reorder Pages: Drag and drop page thumbnails to rearrange them
- Remove Pages: Click the × button on any page to remove it
- Preview Pages: See exactly how your document will look
- Page Numbers: Track page order with automatic numbering
3. Customize Settings
- Page Size: Choose from A4, Letter, Legal, A3, or A5 formats
- Orientation: Select Portrait or Landscape layout
- Image Quality: Adjust compression (50-100%) to balance quality and file size
- Max Image Size: Resize large images to reduce final PDF size
4. Generate Your PDF
- Click Generate PDF: Process all pages with your chosen settings
- Wait for Processing: Files are processed locally in your browser
- Download: Your PDF will automatically download when ready
- Privacy: No files are uploaded to our servers - everything stays on your device
Specific Tools
📄 Merge PDFs
Upload multiple PDF files, arrange them in order, and combine into one document.
🖼️ Convert Images to PDF
Upload JPG, PNG, or HEIC images and convert them into a professional PDF document.
🗜️ Compress PDFs
Reduce file size by adjusting image quality and maximum image dimensions.
📱 PDF to Images
Extract individual pages from PDFs as high-quality JPG images.
Tips for Best Results
- Use 85% image quality for the best balance of quality and file size
- Choose 2048px max image size for web sharing, original size for printing
- A4 Portrait is ideal for most documents
- Process large files in smaller batches for better performance
- Clear your browser cache if you experience any issues
Privacy & Security
RaptorPDF processes all files locally in your browser. Your documents never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy and security. No registration, no tracking, no cloud storage.