How to Improve PDF
While PDF files can deliver your content better than most formats can, there is always room for improvement. You can start improving PDF content by targeting specific areas. You can do a few things. To start, try tweaking your PDF’s security options so users can print or copy the file’s contents.
Another thing to improve is file size which will ensure faster downloads, uploads and emailing. Lastly, consider how you can increase PDF performance and accessibility online. Here are a few tips on how to accomplish some of these improvements.
To apply a password to your PDF:
Select the Secure icon from the toolbar.
Select Password Encryption. This option will present you with options for restricting and allowing certain features of your PDF.
First, ensure the backwards compatibility of your file. Set it for at least 2 versions below the current version.
In the Encryption section, you can choose to encrypt certain aspects of your PDF file or not.
In the Permissions section, apply passwords that will allow users to change restrictions put on the file. For no restrictions, uncheck the first box. Click OK.
To reduce PDF file size using Adobe Acrobat 9 Pro:
- Choose PDF Optimizer from the Advanced menu.
- Go down the list on the left to remove, compress, or adjust objects.
- Use Audit Space Usage to see where you can tweak your PDF for efficiency.
To improve your file’s accessibility and performance, there are two locations where you can do this:
- For checking accessibility, go to Advanced > Accessibility. Here you can run different accessibility checks.
- For improving the PDF’s web browser display and behaviour, go to Edit > Preferences. Set your options and click on OK.
