Extract selected pages from a PDF
Extract specific pages from PDF files. Select and save individual pages as new documents.
Fast answer
Use Extract Pages when a few pages from a larger PDF need to become their own output without changing the rest of the source file.
What this tool is best for
- Pulling out one contract section, appendix, or signed page from a longer PDF.
- Creating smaller upload-ready files from a large source document.
- Saving selected pages for review while leaving the original PDF untouched.
Inputs and outputs
Inputs
- A single PDF file.
- Specific pages or ranges to extract.
Outputs
- One or more new PDF files containing only the selected pages.
- The extracted pages preserved in their original page quality.
About This Tool
Extract Pages allows you to select and save specific pages from a PDF document as new files. This is perfect for pulling out relevant sections, creating excerpts, or separating combined documents.
You can extract individual pages, page ranges, or multiple non-consecutive pages. The visual page preview makes it easy to identify and select exactly the pages you need.
All extraction happens locally in your browser, ensuring your documents remain private.
Practical guide for this tool
Use Extract Pages when a few pages from a larger PDF need to become their own output without changing the rest of the source file.
What this tool does
- Saves selected pages from a PDF into a new output without editing the rest of the source file.
- Works well for signature pages, appendices, selected statements, and evidence extracts.
- Keeps extracted pages in their original visual quality as long as the source PDF is valid.
When to use it
- Pulling out one contract section, appendix, or signed page from a longer PDF.
- Creating smaller upload-ready files from a large source document.
- Saving selected pages for review while leaving the original PDF untouched.
Practical examples
- Pull out a signature page: start with agreement.pdf, page 7 and check that the output matches agreement-signature-page.pdf.
- Save an appendix only: start with report.pdf, pages 33-42 and check that the output matches report-appendix.pdf.
Privacy and file handling
- Use this tool only on documents you own or have permission to process.
- OpenToolsKit is designed around browser-side processing where applicable, but you should still inspect the downloaded result before sharing it.
- Keep the original file until the output has been opened and verified.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Confusing extraction with deletion. Extraction saves selected pages; deletion removes selected pages from a final document.
- Using printed page numbers instead of actual PDF page positions.
- Forgetting to check whether extracted pages need to be merged with another document afterward.
Troubleshooting
- If the output includes the wrong pages, verify the page range against thumbnails instead of printed labels.
- If the source will not process, try Repair PDF before extracting pages.
How to Use
Upload Your PDF
Drag and drop your PDF file or click to select the document from which you want to extract pages.
Select Pages
Click on page thumbnails to select them, or enter page numbers and ranges in the input field.
Extract and Download
Click Extract to create a new PDF with your selected pages and download it.
Use Cases
Create Excerpts
Extract relevant pages from reports or books to create focused reference documents.
Share Specific Content
Pull out specific pages to share without sending the entire document.
Archive Important Pages
Extract and save key pages from documents for long-term archival.
When to use this instead of a related tool
Split PDF
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Compare with Organize PDFLimitations and edge cases
- This tool keeps selected pages; it does not simply remove pages from the original output. Use Delete Pages for pure trimming.
- If page order also needs to change, Organize PDF is the better workflow before extraction.
Examples
Pull out a signature page
Input
agreement.pdf, page 7
Output
agreement-signature-page.pdf
Save an appendix only
Input
report.pdf, pages 33-42
Output
report-appendix.pdf
Task pathways
Where this fits in pdf workflows
Organize and manage PDF pages hub
Choose the closest task in this PDF category before switching tools.
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Go to Browse all browser PDF toolsFrequently Asked Questions
Can I extract non-consecutive pages?
Yes, you can select any combination of pages, whether consecutive or scattered throughout the document.
Will bookmarks be preserved?
Bookmarks that point to extracted pages are preserved in the new document.
Can I extract pages from multiple PDFs?
This tool works with one PDF at a time. For combining pages from multiple PDFs, use the Merge PDF tool.
Does extracting pages change the original PDF?
No. The workflow creates a new output from selected pages. Keep the original until you confirm the extracted file is correct.
What should I check before sharing output from Extract Pages?
Open the downloaded file and verify page order, readability, visible edits, and any privacy-sensitive details before sending or filing it.
Does Extract Pages upload my document to OpenToolsKit servers?
OpenToolsKit is designed around browser-side processing where applicable. Some browser features, third-party links, or unsupported file types can have different boundaries, so review the privacy page for details.
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