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Open the PDF file you want to export in Adobe Acrobat.
Go to the File menu and select Export To.
Choose the desired image format, such as Image and then select JPEG or PNG.
In the dialog that appears, select the destination folder for the exported image files.
Click Save to export each page of the PDF as a separate image file.
Best practiceFor best results, check the image export settings for resolution and quality before saving, as some formats allow you to adjust these options.
You can export a PDF to images one page at a time or all pages at once, depending on your needs.
This runs in the Acrobat app - there is no separate API for this task.
| Image Type | Best Use | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|
| JPEG | Web images, photos | Smaller file size, good for sharing |
| PNG | Images with clear backgrounds | Supports transparency, good for logos |
| TIFF | High-quality archives, printing | No quality loss, larger file size |
You would save a PDF page as a TIFF image if you need the highest possible quality. TIFF files do not lose quality when saved, making them perfect for important documents you want to keep for a very long time or for professional printing. JPEG files reduce quality to make the file smaller, which is not ideal for archiving.
If you export a 5-page PDF to images, you will get 5 separate image files. Each page of the PDF becomes its own image. For example, if you chose JPEG, you would have 5 individual JPEG files.
JPEG 2000 is an advanced image compression standard. It offers better image quality at smaller file sizes compared to the older JPEG format, and it also supports transparency. You should use JPEG 2000 if you need high-quality images with efficient compression and possibly transparency, especially for technical or archival purposes where the standard JPEG might not be sufficient. It's a more modern option for specific needs.