# PDF Insert Blank Pages

Insert blank or notes pages between chapter ranges in a PDF document

> Canonical page: https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/pdf-insert-blank-pages

- **Category:** PDF Tools

- **Keywords:** pdf, insert, blank page, notes, chapter

## Overview

Insert separator pages between chapters using page ranges.

**How it works:**
- Provide chapter ranges like `1-5,6-12,13-18`
- A new page is inserted after each chapter except the last
- Choose blank pages or lined notes pages

## Inputs

- **Source PDF File** (file): Upload one PDF
- **Chapter Ranges** (text): 1-5,6-12,13-18
- **Inserted Page Type** (select)
- **Notes Title Prefix** (text): Notes for
- **Notes Line Color** (color)
- **Notes Line Count** (number)

## When to use

- Adding space for handwritten notes between chapters in a study guide.
- Inserting blank separator pages to clearly distinguish between document sections.
- Preparing a digital workbook that requires dedicated space for reflection or drafting after each chapter.

## How it works

- Upload your source PDF file.
- Define your chapter ranges using the comma-separated format (e.g., 1-5,6-10).
- Select your preferred page type, choosing between a simple blank page or a customizable lined notes page.
- Generate and download your updated PDF with the new pages inserted between your specified ranges.

## Use cases

- Creating interactive study materials for students.
- Organizing professional reports with clear section dividers.
- Building custom journals or planners from existing PDF templates.

## Frequently asked questions

### Can I add custom titles to the notes pages?

Yes, you can use the 'Notes Title Prefix' field to set a custom header for your inserted notes pages.

### How do I specify the chapter ranges?

Enter the page ranges separated by commas, such as '1-5,6-12,13-18'. The tool will insert a page after each defined range.

### Can I change the appearance of the lined notes?

Yes, you can adjust the line color and the total number of lines (between 8 and 80) to suit your writing preference.

### Will this tool modify the original content of my PDF?

No, the tool only inserts new pages at the specified locations; it does not alter or delete your existing document content.

### Is there a limit to the file size I can upload?

The tool supports PDF files up to 400MB.

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