Open the PDF in a split tool, choose the page range or pages for each output, create the new files, and verify their contents before removing the original.
Step-by-step instructions
Open the source PDF
Review its page count and identify the section boundaries you need.
Choose split PDF
Open the splitting tool in PDF Scanner.
Select pages or ranges
Enter or select the pages for the first output and repeat for other sections.
Check boundary pages
Confirm that headings, attachments, and continuation pages stay with the correct section.
Create the new PDFs
Run the split and wait until every intended output is available.
Verify and name each file
Open each result, confirm its first and last page, and give it a distinct filename.
Tips for a better result
- Write down page ranges before splitting a long document.
- Page numbers printed in a document may differ from the PDF viewer's page count.
- Keep the complete original until every output has been verified.
Use PDF Scanner on iPhone or iPad
The app combines this workflow with scanning, OCR, conversion, page tools, compression, and signing. Feature names and screen labels can change between versions.
View on the App StoreFrequently asked questions
Can I extract only one PDF page?
Yes. Page extraction or splitting can create a separate PDF from a selected page.
Will links and forms still work after splitting?
Some interactive elements may depend on other pages or document structure. Test the output when these features matter.
Why are printed page numbers different?
A cover or introductory pages may be unnumbered, so the document's printed number can differ from its position in the PDF.