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Flatten PDF

Flatten supported saved form appearances into page content. Files stay on your device.

Your files stay on your device

Or drop one PDF here. Files stay on this device.

Choose one PDF. Processing stays on this device.

Flattens saved standard form appearances on all pages. XFA, signatures and uncommon annotations are rejected. Links remain links; this is not a sanitization tool.

What this tool is for

Flatten supported saved form appearances into page content. Review the result before sharing. Browser memory and PDF structure can limit support.

How to use Flatten PDF

  1. Choose a PDF or drop it into the tool.
  2. Select pages and review the available settings or detected content.
  3. Create the result, review it and download it locally.

A few things to know

Will flattening work with every form?

No. This tool flattens supported saved form appearances. Check that filled values appear correctly in the result; unusual or unsaved form appearances may not be preserved.

Are files uploaded?

No. Processing and downloads are generated locally in your browser.

Does this support every PDF?

No. Encrypted files need unlocking first. Scans have no editable text without OCR. Complex fonts, tables, annotations and large documents can have limitations; the workspace explains the supported behavior.