I have a scanned PDF that is much larger than it needs to be, and I want to shrink it.

This feature helps reduce the file size of oversized scanned PDFs so they are easier to store and share. It minimizes unnecessary data while keeping the document usable for reading and basic printing.

Scanned PDFs can become unnecessarily large because each page is stored as a high-resolution image, which makes saving, emailing, uploading, and archiving difficult. This feature reduces the overall PDF size by optimizing the contents of scanned documents while maintaining readable output. It is useful when you need to send a scanned form, contract, receipt, or multi-page scan that exceeds email or platform upload limits. You can use it to create smaller copies for sharing without changing the original file. It also helps improve performance when opening or scrolling through long scanned PDFs on slower devices. Smaller files are easier to manage in cloud storage and faster to sync across devices. This is especially helpful for document workflows where scans are generated frequently and must be distributed quickly. The result is a more manageable PDF that still serves the same purpose—viewing, referencing, and printing—without the unnecessary bulk.