If you’ve ever tried to send a large file over email, I’m sure you’ve experienced the frustration that comes with realizing that the file size is too large. Whether you’re trying to attach a PDF to an email, upload it somewhere on the internet, or even save it on a flash drive, there will be many times where you’ll need to reduce PDF size before continuing.

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Luckily, Adobe Acrobat Pro makes it easy to do just that. Whether you want the program to decide on a file size for you or you want more control over the final outcome, there’s an option for you.

Reduced Size PDF

Sony reader for mac. By saving a Reduced Size PDF, Adobe Acrobat Pro will determine the reduced size for you. This is a simple solution for those who don’t want to get too technical.

Unless the author of the file designated the field as a rich text field, you can't. To check it enter the field and press Ctrl+E. If there are all kinds of text formatting options available in the Properties window that opens then you can edit how the text in the field looks like. Utilize different compression mode to reduce pdf file size on mac. Start reducing pdf file size on mac. Of course, there are more options to reduce pdf file size, like online pdf compressor. If this is anadobe acrobt form, you should only use adobe acrobat or reader to fill out the form. I've developed forms on a mac using acrobat for years and Preview doesn't handle form fields as you (or the form creator) will expect. If this is anadobe acrobt form, you should only use adobe acrobat or reader to fill out the form. I've developed forms on a mac using acrobat for years and Preview doesn't handle form fields as you (or the form creator) will expect. In Acrobat Reader, choose File > Save As or File > Save As Other > Text. To save a copy of a PDF Portfolio, choose File > Save As Other > PDF Portfolio.

1. In order to save a Reduced Size PDF, open Adobe Acrobat Pro and choose Open. Another window will pop up that will then allow you to find your PDF document within your computer. Choose your document and open it.
   
2. You should see your PDF on the screen. You can now go to File > Save As Other > Reduced Size PDF.
   
3. Another box will appear, asking what versions of Adobe Acrobat you’d like to make your file compatible with. Note: the later the version, the smaller you can make your file. If you’re sending the file to yourself or a colleague, feel free to make it compatible with whatever version of Adobe Acrobat is on the company computers. If you’re sending it to someone via email, it may be better to allow greater compatibility with earlier versions.
   
4. To test the difference in file sizes, I have the size of my original PDF, the size after making it compatible with Acrobat 4.0 and later, and the size after making it compatible with Acrobat 10.0 and later.
   
5. You can see that the later the version, the smaller the file. The larger the original file, the more extreme the size differences will be. Once you determine which version(s) of Acrobat you want your file to be compatible with, click ‘ok’ and then name your file and save it in a folder where it will be easy to find. Voila! You have a smaller PDF file that can easily be shared.

Optimized PDF

As you can see from the above, you don’t have much control over the exact size of your final PDF when you save it using the Reduced Size option. Fortunately, Adobe Acrobat features the option to save using an Optimized PDF, which gives you control over more variables such as image size, metadata, transparency and fonts.

1. Begin by opening your PDF, following step 1 from above.
2. When you see your PDF on the screen, select File > Save As Other > Optimized PDF.
   
3. A complicated looking screen will pop up.
   
4. Let’s say you want to save your PDF in a way that it can be optimally viewed on a mobile screen. In the top left corner you’ll see a drop down menu that says Standard. If you click on that menu and choose Mobile, the settings will change to reflect the optimization for mobile use.
   
5. If you want to reduce the image size yourself, you have the option of using that same drop down menu and choosing Custom, where you can choose which versions of Acrobat you’d like your file to be compatible with and how small your images should be compressed – measured in ppi (pixels per inch). You also have the option of choosing the quality of your photographs, from minimum to maximum.
6. If you have used a font in your PDF that isn’t considered a standard font, you have the option of substituting that font with a standard font in order to further reduce file size. On the left side of your screen, you’ll see the word Fonts under the word Images.
   
7. Click on Fonts, and then you’ll see a list of embedded fonts that you have the option to unembed. If there are a handful of fonts that aren’t absolutely crucial to your PDF file, unembed them to shrink your file size.
   
8. When you have optimized your PDF to your liking, click Ok and then name your PDF and save it to a folder on your computer where it will be easy to find. Your file should now be smaller and easy to share on a wide variety of platforms.

Having to reduce PDF size can be a pain, but Adobe Acrobat Pro makes it easy to shrink your file without too much trouble. If you want to learn more about Adobe Acrobat, Udemy has a wonderful course that will make you a pro in no time!

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When you create a fillable PDF in Adobe Acrobat, you can change the font used by your clients to fill-in the form. You can use different fonts in different cells and can also change the font size and color. You can also change the fonts in PDFs you receive from other people; although editing must be enabled. While you can type or paste text in fillable PDFs using Adobe Reader, you can't use it to change the font. To edit PDF files, you need to use Adobe Acrobat.

Launch Adobe Acrobat, click 'Open,' select the fillable PDF using the file browser and click 'Open' to open the PDF in Acrobat.

Click 'Tools,' select 'Forms' and then click 'Edit' to switch to form editing mode.

Locate the first field you want to edit and double-click it to open the Text Field Properties dialog.

Exif reader for mac. Click the 'Appearance' tab to view all settings related to appearance -- border, color and text settings.

Select a different font from the 'Font' drop-down box. Type a new size into the 'Font Size' box, if you also want to change the font size. To change text color, click the box next to 'Text Color' and choose a different color.

Click 'Close' after you finish editing the text box. If you want to prevent other people from changing the settings, check the 'Locked' box before clicking 'Close.'

Click 'File' and choose 'Save' from the menu to save the changes. Click the 'Close Form Editing' button in the Forms section to return to the standard view in Adobe Acrobat.

Warning

• Information in this article applies to Adobe Acrobat Pro XI. Procedures may vary slightly or significantly with other versions or products.

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Nick Peers has been writing technology-related articles since 2003. His articles have appeared in dozens of technical publications, including MSN UK, CNET, BBC Who Do You Think You Are, LifeHacker UK and TechRadar. He holds a Masters in information technology degree from the University of East London.

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