Once the process is finished, click "Download Your File" to save the new, smaller version. Method 2: Using the Free "PDF Optimizer" in Foxit Editor Open the File: Open your document in Foxit PDF Editor.
While the online tool is perfect for one-off tasks, the long-term free solution lies in a software you might already have installed: Foxit PDF Reader . Many users are surprised to learn that this powerful, lightweight, and completely free PDF reader includes robust tools for more than just viewing and annotating.
Downsample images (e.g., to 150–200 dpi) and choose JPEG compression levels.
: Download the free trial of Foxit PDF Editor from the official website. Open Your File : Launch the editor and open your target PDF.
Click on File in the top menu and select Print , or press Ctrl + P ( Cmd + P on Mac).
Change the print quality/resolution from standard (usually 600 DPI) down to or 150 DPI . (Lower DPI results in a smaller file size but lower image sharpness). Click Print .