2024-01-10

Building a reliable PDF workflow

A practical checklist to keep PDF handling predictable and fast.

Why this matters

PDF tasks often fail because of inconsistent sources. The goal is a simple pipeline that keeps files readable and editable across tools.

Core checklist

Normalize file names, keep originals intact, apply watermarking last, and verify output on mobile and desktop.

Recommended defaults

Use consistent export settings, avoid re-compressing multiple times, and keep a master file for future edits.