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Integrate PDF optimization into document workflows

Replace the large hero image in the page PDF with a compressed export of the same image, keep the original as an attac…

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AExecute — “help me do it”Show me how to connect Acrobat with [system] to optimize PDFs...…+
Show me how to connect Acrobat with [Power Automate/Salesforce/Teams] so it automatically optimizes PDFs in our workflow.
when the reply comes backWould you like tips for sharing optimized PDFs securely?
BImprove — “do it better”Suggest ways to make PDF optimization work better with [system]...…+
Suggest ways to make PDF optimization work better with [Power Automate/Salesforce/Teams] so files are smaller and sharing is easier.
when the reply comes backNeed help setting up notifications when a PDF is optimized?
CDecide — “help me choose”Help me choose the best way to add Acrobat PDF optimization...…+
Help me choose the best way to add Acrobat PDF optimization into our [Power Automate/Salesforce/Teams] workflow for our needs.
when the reply comes backWant to know how to track which PDFs were optimized?

How to do it

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  1. 1

    Create or obtain an Adobe PDF Services API account and generate your API credentials.

    Best practiceStore your API credentials securely, as they provide access to your Adobe PDF Services.

  2. 2

    In Power Automate or Zapier, start a new workflow and add a trigger that matches your document workflow (such as a new file in a cloud folder).

  3. 3

    Add an action to your workflow that sends the PDF file to the Adobe PDF Services API using the PDF Services: Optimize PDF endpoint.

    CautionEnsure the PDF file is accessible to the workflow and in a supported format.

  4. 4

    Configure the optimization parameters in the API request to match your advanced optimization requirements (e.g., image compression, font subsetting, removing objects).

    Best practiceRefer to Adobe’s API documentation for detailed options to fine-tune optimization for your workflow.

  5. 5

    Add a step to save or route the optimized PDF to your desired destination (such as a SharePoint folder, email, or another app).

    Best practiceBLOGS recommend testing with sample files to verify that optimization settings do not degrade important content.

You can preview optimization results in Acrobat before finalizing your automated workflow settings.

The Adobe PDF Services API 'Optimize PDF' endpoint allows programmatic advanced optimization of PDF files within automated workflows.

Glossary

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PDF OptimizationMaking a PDF file smaller and easier to share without losing important quality.ExampleAfter PDF Optimization, a large presentation file becomes small enough to email easily.
IntegrationConnecting two different apps so they work together automatically.ExampleThe integration between the calendar and email apps sends meeting invites automatically.
WorkflowA series of steps followed to complete a task, often using different apps.ExampleThe workflow for approving an expense report involves submitting it, then manager review, then finance processing.

The real tasks

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Replace a large hero image with a compressed version so the page loads faster for users on slow connections.

Who does this

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Workflow Automation SpecialistIT Systems IntegratorDocument Management Administrator

FAQ

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You can connect Acrobat to Power Automate by adding the Acrobat PDF optimization action into your workflow. This lets the system shrink PDF files as soon as they are uploaded or created, so you don't have to do it by hand.

PDF optimization means making the PDF files smaller and easier to share or open. When Acrobat is connected to Teams, every PDF you upload or share can be optimized first, helping your team save space and open files faster.

Integrating PDF optimization with Salesforce helps make sure that the files you send to customers or store in records are smaller and quicker to download, which saves storage and improves the customer experience.

Yes, when you set up the integration, you can add rules or filters so that only certain PDFs—like those over a certain size or from a specific folder—are optimized automatically.

Integrating PDF optimization saves time and reduces mistakes because it happens automatically as part of your workflow, while manual optimization means extra steps and can be easily forgotten.

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