How to Convert PDF to JPG on Mac?

I am seeking help regarding converting PDF to JPG on Mac. I am struggling to find a method that is both efficient and user-friendly. Converting PDFs to JPGs is important to me as it allows me to easily share images and embed them in presentations or documents. I would ideally like to be able to convert multiple PDFs to JPGs simultaneously to save time.

I am hoping to hear from forum members who can provide me with guidance on the best software, step-by-step instructions, and possibly even some best practices for this task. Thank you.

Posted on Oct 31, 2023 3:45 AM

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Posted on Nov 9, 2023 8:00 PM

Alright, so converting PDFs to JPGs on a Mac is pretty straightforward, and you don't need to download any fancy software for the basics. Here's a chill step-by-step guide:


1.Preview (Built-in App): Open your PDF with Preview, which is the default app on your Mac for opening PDFs. If it doesn't open in Preview, right-click the PDF, choose 'Open with,' and then select 'Preview.'


2.Export to JPG:

    • Once you've got your PDF open in Preview, click on 'File' in the top menu.
    • Select 'Export' from the drop-down menu.
    • In the dialog that pops up, you'll see a 'Format' dropdown. Click on that and choose 'JPEG.'
    • Choose the quality you want and where to save it, and boom, you've got yourself a JPG.


3. For Multiple PDFs:

    • If you're looking to convert several PDFs at once without doing them one by one, you might need a bit more firepower.
    • You can use an Automator script (Automator is another built-in app) to create a workflow that converts multiple PDFs. It's a little techie to set up, but once you do, it's a time-saver.
    • There are also third-party apps out there that can batch convert, like PDFelement or Adobe Acrobat, but they might cost you some cash.


4. Best Practices:

    • When converting, keep an eye on the resolution. Higher resolution means clearer images but larger file sizes.
    • Organize your PDFs in one folder if you're batch converting. It keeps things neat and less confusing.
    • Always keep a copy of your original PDFs, just in case the conversion doesn't go as planned.


And that's pretty much it! For a one-off, stick with Preview. If you're doing this often and in bulk, it might be worth looking into Automator or a third-party app to streamline your process. Happy converting

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Aug 2, 2024 4:03 PM in response to VikingOSX

WoW!!!! This is really great!! Thank you sooo much for providing the steps. When I saw your first post with the screenshot, I had no clue what I was looking at and where to find it or use it but I surely was interested.


I just followed your link and I didn't have to install it in my Mac because it immediately opened the Finder Window with the shortcut and a gallery where I saw many other shortcuts to do many other things!!


I added the Shortcut, I created the folder on my desktop but even after running the Shortcut, when selecting the PDF and right clicking to show Quick Actions, the 'Split PDF into images' was not available. I had to add this Shortcut action to the Finder window and the Quick Actions when right clicking, by going into settings. Once I did, (I don't remember exactly where I went to do it, other than Settings, I think, because I was trying many things, one after the other, to try and make this work) I could see both Shortcuts.


Also, when I go to edit the Shortcut, the format already chosen is PNG. I noticed there is another action that you can choose that is Convert Image but for now, I'm super happy by following your method to convert from PNG to JPG if I need to.

I will look more into Shortcuts.


I've been using Mac only since January and while I don't think it's very user friendly, I have to say I'm discovering fantastic things you can do with your Mac every single day. It's a matter or knowing how and where to do what you want to do.

Whenever I look for something like "can you do or how do you do this on Mac" I've never found an answer like "you can't" and what's amazing is that often you don't need any external app or external additions to do these things.


Thank you again for taking the time to explain what Shortcuts is and how to use it, otherwise I would have not been able to discover it and use it!!


This is great!! Thanks!!!!

Simona


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