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How to Convert PDF to JPG on Phone and Computer (Free)

By SEOAnalytics Lab · Updated · 4 min read

Sometimes you need only one page of a PDF as a picture. You may want to send it in a chat, upload it to a form that accepts images only, or put it into a presentation. A PDF cannot be used in all of these places, but a JPG can, because it opens on every phone and computer.

This guide shows how to convert PDF pages to JPG in a few clicks, which resolution and quality to choose, and what to do when the text looks blurry.

Step-by-step: convert PDF to JPG

  • Step 1: Open the converter. Open the PDF to JPG converter in any browser on your phone or computer.
  • Step 2: Add your PDF. Click Choose PDF or drag your file into the box. You can use a file of up to 50 MB.
  • Step 3: Choose the pages. Type a range such as 1-3, 5 to convert only those pages, or leave the box empty to convert every page.
  • Step 4: Pick resolution and quality. 150 DPI is a good default. Use 200 or 300 DPI for sharper text, and a JPG quality of 85 to 95 percent.
  • Step 5: Convert and download. Click Convert to JPG, check the thumbnails, then download single pages or click Download all as ZIP.

Which resolution should you choose?

Resolution is measured in DPI, which means dots per inch. A higher DPI gives a larger and sharper picture, but also a bigger file.

  • 72 DPI. Small images for quick previews and thumbnails.
  • 150 DPI. A good choice for sharing on screen and in chats.
  • 200 DPI. Sharper text, useful for scanned documents and presentations.
  • 300 DPI. Print quality, for when you plan to print the image or zoom in a lot.

How to convert PDF to JPG on a phone

You do not need an app. Open the converter in your phone browser, tap Choose PDF and select the file from your files or downloads. After the conversion, tap a page to save it, or download the ZIP file and open it from your downloads folder.

Very large PDFs can be slow on older phones. If that happens, convert only the pages you need by typing a page range.

What changes after the conversion?

A PDF can hold many pages, selectable text, links and fonts. A JPG is one flat picture. After conversion, the text on the image can no longer be selected, searched or clicked, and each page becomes a separate file. JPG also uses lossy compression, so a very low quality setting can make small letters look fuzzy.

Is it private?

The pages are drawn and saved in your browser, so your PDF is not uploaded to our servers. The PDF engine itself is downloaded from a public content delivery network the first time you use the tool, so you need an internet connection.

Tips for better results

  • Convert only the pages you need. Large documents take longer, so type a page range when you need just a few pages.
  • Use a higher DPI for small text. Documents with small letters look better at 200 DPI or more.
  • Keep web images small. 150 DPI usually looks fine on a website. You can shrink the images more with the Image Compressor.
  • Unlock protected PDFs first. Password-protected files cannot be opened. Remove the password in the program that created the file, then convert it.

Common problems and fixes

  • The JPG looks blurry. The resolution or quality was too low. Choose a higher DPI and a quality of 90 percent or more.
  • The conversion is slow. The file has many pages or very large pages. Convert a smaller page range.
  • My PDF will not open. It may be password-protected or damaged. Remove the password or export a fresh copy.
  • I need a PDF again. Use the JPG to PDF tool to combine your images into one PDF.

Convert your PDF now

Add your PDF in the converter, choose the pages and download the images in seconds. It is free, adds no watermark and needs no signup.

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert PDF to JPG?

Open the PDF to JPG converter, add your file, choose the pages, pick a resolution and quality, click Convert to JPG and download the images.

Can I convert PDF to JPG on my phone?

Yes. The converter works in any modern mobile browser, and you do not need to install an app.

Can I convert only one page of a PDF?

Yes. Type the page number, or a range such as 1-3, 5, in the pages box.

How many pages can I convert at once?

Up to 100 pages at a time, from a file of up to 50 MB.

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