How to Crop Multiple PDF Pages for Free and Easily

Unwanted whitespace in PDFs can sometimes drive you crazy, but cropping all pages evenly is not a hassle. The right tools—whether software, online, or built-in—make it super easy to clean up your documents and keep them looking sharp.

Discover these 3 different methods below for cropping certain or all pages, and choose the one that works best for you.

Free Crop All PDF Pages at Once Online

Trimming PDF margins and adjusting the PDF size is easy with PDFgear’s free online service. Accessible from any browser, this tool requires no sign-ups and provides a smooth experience.

Follow these steps for batch cropping. PDFgear applies the same crop settings to all pages based on the preview of the first page:

Step 1. Go to the PDFgear’s online PDF cropper.

Step 2. To upload your PDF, click the “Select PDF files” button or drag and drop the document to the tool.

Step 3. Use the cropping rectangle to select the cropping area.

Step 4. Apply the defined cropping to the current, all, or specific pages.

Step 5. Click the blue Apply and Download button to get the page(s) cropped. Click Download File to save the new PDF.

How to Crop Multiple PDF Pages Using a Free Tool

The dedicated PDFgear apps for Windows and Mac are the top choice for sensitive files or unlimited access. They are lightweight, free, and work locally without needing an internet connection.

The cropping feature is highly accurate for specific page sizes, down to the millimeter, ensuring it perfectly matches the required specifications.

Step 1.  Download and install the PDFgear on your PC. Then, launch it.

Step 2. Click the “Open File” button, then select and import a PDF.

Step 3. Go to the “Page” tab > Select a PDF page > Choose “Crop Page.”

Step 4. Click and drag the mouse to select the cropping area.

You can also click “Adjusted Selected Area” to customize the margin controls.

Step 5. Click the Done button to crop the current page.

Repeat these steps to crop more PDF pages as needed.

How to Crop Multiple Pages in a PDF on Mac Using Preview

When it comes to cropping PDFs on macOS, the built-in Preview app is an efficient and free option.

However, it lacks advanced precision and is only available for Apple users, limiting its functionality for more complex PDF editing needs.

Here’s a simple guide for cropping a few pages:

Step 1. Open the PDF with Preview.

Step 2. Locate the page you want to crop (Press Command ⌘ and click multiple pages).

Step 3. Go to Tools in the topmost menu bar > Choose Rectangular Selection and use it to draw a cropping area.

Step 4. Go to Tools > Crop (or press Command ⌘ + K).

Now, all the selected pages are cropped based on the same cropping area.

Step 5. Go to File and choose Save or Export to save the PDF.

FAQs

How can I crop multiple PDF pages without Adobe Acrobat?

To crop multiple PDF pages without Acrobat, you can use PDFgear’s free online service. Simply upload the file, set the cropping area, and apply changes to certain or all pages in a few steps.

Is there a way to batch-crop pages in a PDF document?

Yes. As mentioned in this post, PDFgear’s online PDF cropper is a free way to batch crop multiple or all PDF pages. It allows you to upload the PDF > Draw the cropping area > Apply the cropping area to selected pages or all pages > Download the new PDF without any registration.

Can you have different page sizes in one PDF?

Yes, a single PDF can contain pages of varying sizes. PDFgear offers an offline option for Windows and macOS to crop and resize individual PDF pages to specific dimensions. This flexibility allows you to tailor each page’s size according to your needs.