PDF Extract Selected Pages

Extract selected pages from one PDF and generate a new PDF

Create a focused PDF with only selected pages.

Examples:

Cover + summary: 1,10
Mixed ranges: 1-2,5,8-9
Keep order from input tokens and remove duplicates

Key Facts

Category: PDF Tools
Input Types: file, text
Output Type: file
Sample Coverage: 4
API Ready: Yes

Overview

The PDF Extract Selected Pages tool allows you to quickly isolate specific pages from a large document and save them as a new, streamlined PDF file.

When to Use

•When you need to share only a specific chapter or section from a long report.
•When you want to create a concise summary by combining a cover page with key data pages.
•When you need to remove unnecessary pages from a document before sending it to a client.

How It Works

•Upload your source PDF file into the tool.
•Enter the specific page numbers or ranges you wish to extract, such as '1, 3, 5-7'.
•Click the process button to generate and download your new, focused PDF file.

Use Cases

Extracting a signature page from a long contract for separate filing.

Creating a condensed version of a research paper containing only the abstract and conclusion.

Isolating specific diagrams or charts from a technical manual for a presentation.

Examples

1. Extracting Executive Summary

Project Manager

Background: A 50-page project report was generated, but stakeholders only need the cover page and the executive summary.
Problem: The full file is too large to email and contains irrelevant technical data.
How to Use: Upload the full report and enter '1, 5' in the selected pages field.
Outcome: A new, 2-page PDF containing only the requested sections is created.

2. Isolating Specific Chapters

Student

Background: A digital textbook is hundreds of pages long, but only two specific chapters are needed for an upcoming exam.
Problem: Navigating a massive file on a tablet is cumbersome and slow.
How to Use: Upload the textbook and enter the range '10-15, 22-28' to extract the relevant chapters.
Outcome: A compact PDF file containing only the study material is generated.

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FAQ

Can I extract pages in a specific order?

Yes, the tool preserves the exact order of the page numbers you input.

What happens if I enter duplicate page numbers?

The tool automatically removes duplicates to ensure your final PDF is clean.

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

The tool supports PDF files up to 400 MB.

Can I extract pages from multiple files at once?

No, this tool processes one PDF file at a time.

Will the formatting of the original pages change?

No, the extracted pages will retain their original formatting and layout.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/pdf-extract-selected-pages

Request Parameters

Parameter Name	Type	Required	Description
sourceFile	file (Upload required)	Yes	-
selectedPages	text	Yes	-

File type parameters need to be uploaded first via POST /upload/pdf-extract-selected-pages to get filePath, then pass filePath to the corresponding file field.

Response Format

{
  "filePath": "/public/processing/randomid.ext",
  "fileName": "output.ext",
  "contentType": "application/octet-stream",
  "size": 1024,
  "metadata": {
    "key": "value"
  },
  "error": "Error message (optional)",
  "message": "Notification message (optional)"
}

File: File

AI MCP Documentation

Add this tool to your MCP server configuration:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "elysiatools-pdf-extract-selected-pages": {
      "name": "pdf-extract-selected-pages",
      "description": "Extract selected pages from one PDF and generate a new PDF",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=pdf-extract-selected-pages",
      "command": "",
      "args": [],
      "env": {},
      "isActive": true,
      "type": "sse"
    }
  }
}

You can chain multiple tools, e.g.: `https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=png-to-webp,jpg-to-webp,gif-to-webp`, max 20 tools.

Supports URL file links or Base64 encoding for file parameters.

If you encounter any issues, please contact us at [email protected]

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