How to Convert a PDF to PNG Images
Converting a PDF page to PNG gives you a lossless image — every pixel preserved, with no compression fuzz. That makes PNG the right choice when the page is mostly text, line art, diagrams, or anything with sharp edges, where JPG's compression would add visible halos around the detail.
PNG vs. JPG for PDF pages
- Choose PNG for pages that are mostly text, tables, or crisp graphics.
- Choose JPG for pages dominated by photographs, to keep files smaller.
- PNG also supports transparency, which JPG can't store.
Pick the right resolution
Resolution (DPI) controls sharpness and file size. For on-screen use, 150 DPI is plenty; for printing or zooming into fine detail, 300 DPI gives a sharper result at a larger size. Choose based on where the image is going rather than always picking the maximum.
Convert just the pages you need
You rarely need every page. Select the specific ones from a thumbnail view and export only those, individually or zipped together. Because the rendering runs in your browser, even a confidential PDF is never uploaded during the conversion.
Frequently asked questions
Should I convert a PDF to PNG or JPG?+
PNG for text-heavy or sharp-edged pages where you want crisp detail; JPG for photo-heavy pages where a smaller file matters.
What resolution should I use?+
150 DPI for screen use, 300 DPI for printing or detailed zoom. Pick based on the destination.
Can I convert only some pages?+
Yes. Select the pages you want from the thumbnail view and convert just those.