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Splitting PDFs: Extract Pages, Split by Ranges, and More

2026-07-01by PDFKit Team

Splitting a PDF into smaller documents is essential for managing large files, sharing specific sections, or organizing content.


Split Methods


PDFKit's Split PDF tool supports two modes:


Every N Pages

Split a PDF into chunks of N pages each. Perfect for:

  • Breaking a long report into chapters
  • Dividing a scanned document into logical sections
  • Creating manageable file sizes for email

  • Custom Ranges

    Extract specific page ranges. Great for:

  • Pulling out certain sections
  • Creating a sample document
  • Removing pages you don't need

  • How to Use


    1. Upload your PDF to the **Split PDF** tool

    2. Choose **"Every N Pages"** and pick a number, or **"Custom Ranges"** and enter ranges like `1-3, 5, 7-9`

    3. Click **Split PDF**

    4. Download individual parts or all files


    Range Format


    Custom ranges use a simple syntax:

  • `1-3` — pages 1 through 3
  • `5` — page 5 only
  • `1-3, 5, 7-9` — multiple ranges
  • Separate ranges with commas