How to Split a PDF into Multiple PDFs in Adobe Acrobat (Older Interface)

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OP_xs8RnA8A

Zusammenfassung

TLDRIn this tutorial, Erin demonstrates how to split a PDF into multiple PDFs using Adobe Acrobat. It distinguishes between splitting and extracting pages, explaining that splitting is best for segmenting long documents while extracting is for pulling specific pages. The tutorial provides a step-by-step guide for both PC and Mac users on how to open the PDF, use the organize pages tool, and select options for splitting the document. It also covers where to save the new PDFs and cautions against overwriting existing files. Erin encourages viewers to check out more tutorials and offers a blog post with detailed steps.

Mitbringsel

  • 📄 You can split PDFs in Adobe Acrobat using various options.
  • 💾 Splitting creates new PDFs based on pages, file size, or bookmarks.
  • 🔍 Extracting pages saves specific pages as separate files.
  • 🖥️ The tutorial applies to both PC and Mac users with minor differences.
  • ⚠️ Always check 'Do not overwrite existing files' when saving new PDFs.
  • 📁 Choose your output folder for the split PDFs in the settings.
  • 🆕 The split option is ideal for large documents needing segmentation.
  • ⚙️ Adobe Acrobat Reader cannot be used for splitting or extracting pages.

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    This tutorial by Erin details how to split a PDF into multiple PDFs using Adobe Acrobat. It clarifies the difference between splitting PDFs and extracting pages. Splitting is ideal for long documents, allowing users to create new PDFs by specifying the number of pages, file size, or bookmarks. Erin provides a step-by-step guide on using Adobe Acrobat DC, noting that the instructions are also valid for Acrobat 2020 and 2017, and that similar steps apply for both PC and Mac users. She emphasizes that free Adobe Acrobat Reader does not have the splitting capability. The tutorial then outlines the practical steps for splitting a PDF, including selecting output options and labeling, ensuring users don't overwrite existing files. Lastly, Erin invites viewers to explore more of her Adobe Acrobat tutorials and encourages engagement via comments and subscriptions.

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Video-Fragen und Antworten

  • Can you split PDFs using Adobe Acrobat Reader?

    No, Adobe Acrobat Reader does not offer a way to split PDFs.

  • What options are available when splitting PDFs?

    You can split PDFs by number of pages, file size, or top-level bookmarks.

  • Is the process different for PC and Mac users?

    There are a few differences explained within the individual steps, but the overall process is similar.

  • What should you do to avoid overwriting existing files?

    Ensure that "Do not overwrite existing files" is checked before splitting.

  • What can I do if I want to extract specific pages instead of splitting?

    Use the Extract Pages option to save individual pages or page ranges as separate PDFs.

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    This tutorial shows how to split a PDF into multiple PDFs in Adobe Acrobat.
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    [Typewriter sounds]
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    Hello, my name is Erin.
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    [Chime sound]
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    In a recent tutorial, we extracted pages from a PDF in Adobe Acrobat.
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    Today, we’re going to split a PDF into multiple PDFs in Adobe Acrobat.
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    You may be wondering, “what is the difference between splitting PDFs and extracting pages?”
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    The split option lets you create new PDFs according to the number of pages, file size, or top-level bookmarks in the original PDF.
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    This option is best for segmenting long documents, such as saving chapters as individual files.
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    The extract pages option lets you save individual pages, page ranges, even or odd pages,
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    or  landscape or portrait pages as separate PDFs.
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    This option is best when you need to separate a small number of specific pages from a longer document.
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    Today I’ll be using Adobe Acrobat DC.
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    These steps also apply to Adobe Acrobat 2020 and Adobe Acrobat 2017.
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    In addition, the steps are similar for PC and Mac users.
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    The few differences between the two systems are explained within the individual steps.
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    Adobe’s free PDF display software, Acrobat Reader, doesn’t offer a way to split PDFs.
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    To begin, open the PDF that you want to split.
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    And then select the Tools tab.
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    Next, select Organize Pages in the Tools Center.
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    Followed by Split in the Organize Pages toolbar.
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    Now, select an option from the Split by menu.
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    You can select number of pages, file size, or top-level bookmarks.
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    If you selected number of pages or file size, enter the number of pages or megabytes into the secondary menu.
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    Now, select Output Options.
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    When the Output Options dialog box appears, you can select the folder where you want to save your new PDFs.
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    "The Same Folder Selected at Start" is the location of the PDF you are splitting.
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    "A Folder on My Computer" lets you select another  folder or accessible cloud storage such as OneDrive.
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    If you choose this option, select the Browse button on a PC or the Choose button on a Mac.
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    And then find and select the folder in the Select Folder for Output Files dialog box
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    and select the Select Folder button on a PC
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    or the Choose button on a Mac.
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    Next, select your file labeling options.
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    The default option will place an underscore followed by the label “Part” and the part number after the original file name,
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    as shown in this example.
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    Now, ensure that "Do not overwrite existing files" is checked to prevent accidentally deleting the original PDF.
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    And then select the OK button.
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    Followed by the blue Split button.
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    Lastly, select the OK button in the dialog box stating that your PDF was successfully split.
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    Your new PDFs should now appear in the location you selected in the Output Options dialog box.
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    I chose my Desktop, so when I navigate there, I do see the new files.
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    I have created many other videos about Adobe Acrobat
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    including “Three Ways to Create Bookmarks  in PDFs with Adobe Acrobat,”
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    and “How to Combine Files into One PDF in Adobe Acrobat.”
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    Please see the complete list in the playlist titled “How to Use Adobe Acrobat,”
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    which is linked in the description box below.
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    The companion blog post for this video showing all the steps we just performed
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    appears on erinwrightwriting.com,
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    along with all my other document software tutorials to help you succeed at work and in the classroom.
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    Feel free to leave me a comment if there’s a specific topic that you would like me to talk about in the future.
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    And please subscribe to my channel so you don’t miss future tutorials.
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    And give this video a thumbs-up if you found it helpful.
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    Thank you so much for watching!
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Tags
  • PDF
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Split PDF
  • Extract Pages
  • Organize Pages
  • PC
  • Mac
  • Tutorial
  • Document Management
  • Erin Wright