Split PDF files tool
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Split PDF files tool
Split PDF files tool: Quickly split PDFs in your browser with Evernote — no install required
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Supports PDF files (max 100MB each, up to 10 files)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Split PDF files tool is a free, browser-based utility from Evernote that helps you divide a PDF into separate files. Use it to extract selected pages, split a document into single-page files, or create smaller PDFs from a large document. Because it runs in your web browser, there’s no software to install—simply open the tool, upload your PDF, choose how to split, and download the resulting files.
To split a PDF with this Evernote tool, open the split PDF page in your browser, upload the PDF you want to work on, then choose whether to extract page ranges or separate into single pages. After selecting pages or ranges, run the split action and download the new PDF files. The process is designed to be straightforward and works in modern desktop and mobile browsers without any installation.
This tool is designed specifically for standard PDF files. If you have other document formats such as Word or images, convert them to PDF first and then use the split tool. Standard PDF versions created by most applications are compatible, and the tool focuses on preserving the original page content when producing the split output.
Yes — scanned documents that have been saved as PDFs can be split just like any other PDF. Since splitting separates pages rather than modifying text recognition, scanned pages will remain as they are in the output files. If you need searchable text after splitting, you can run OCR with a separate tool before or after splitting, but OCR is not required to perform the split itself.
You can extract specific page ranges using the split tool. Select the start and end pages for each range you want to pull out, and the tool will create new PDF files containing only those pages. This is useful for sharing sections of a document or creating focused copies without altering the original file.
Yes — the tool includes an option to split a PDF into single-page files. When you select that option, each page of the original document is exported as its own PDF. This is handy for distributing individual pages, reorganizing content, or archiving pages separately while keeping the original document intact.
Yes — because the split PDF tool runs in a web browser, it works on most modern mobile devices and tablets. The interface is designed to adapt to smaller screens, letting you upload, select pages, and download split PDFs from your phone or tablet. Performance may vary based on device capabilities and browser limits.
After splitting a PDF, you can download the resulting files and add them to your Evernote account or attach them to notes. While the split tool focuses on creating the new PDF files in your browser, downloading and then uploading them to Evernote or another storage location is a simple step that lets you keep your documents organized with your notes.
Annotations that are embedded in the PDF pages, such as highlights, comments, or drawing marks, are typically preserved when the file is split because those elements are part of the page content. However, document-level features like some navigation outlines or external links may behave differently after splitting, depending on how they were implemented in the original file.
Because the tool runs in a web browser, practical limits depend on your device, browser, and available memory. The split tool handles common file sizes comfortably, but very large PDFs may load slowly or encounter browser memory constraints. If you regularly work with very large files, consider working in smaller batches or using desktop tools alongside this browser-based option.
This page focuses on splitting PDFs. If you need to combine multiple PDFs, Evernote provides separate PDF merge functionality in its suite of web tools. Use the merge tool when you want to join files; use the split tool when you need to extract pages or create smaller PDFs from a larger document.
Splitting preserves the original layout, page dimensions, images, and typography because the operation extracts pages without reformatting content. The resulting files retain the same visual appearance as the corresponding pages in the source PDF, so formatting and layout remain intact after splitting.
The Split PDF files tool is browser-based and intended to be used online through your web browser. Because it runs on the Evernote site, an internet connection is needed to access the service and upload or download files. If you need to work offline, use a local PDF application on your device that supports splitting.
The original PDF stays unchanged. The split tool creates new PDF files based on the pages or ranges you selected and makes those available for download. This ensures your source document remains intact so you can re-run splits or keep the original as an archive while working with the newly created files.