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PDF Insert Blank Pages

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

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

Example Results

2 examples

Insert Blank Pages Between Chapter Ranges

Inserts one blank separator page after chapter ranges 1-1 and 2-3

pdf-insert-blank-pages-example1.pdf View File
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{ "sourceFile": "/Users/quyue/www/elysia-tools/public/samples/pdf/pdf-2026-02-19-source-4pages.pdf", "chapterRanges": "1-1,2-3,4-4", "insertMode": "blank" }

Insert Lined Notes Pages

Inserts notes pages with custom title, line color, and line count between chapter ranges

pdf-insert-blank-pages-example2.pdf View File
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{ "sourceFile": "/Users/quyue/www/elysia-tools/public/samples/pdf/pdf-2026-02-19-source-4pages.pdf", "chapterRanges": "1-1,2-3,4-4", "insertMode": "notes", "noteTitlePrefix": "Notebook", "lineColor": "#94a3b8", "noteLineCount": 30 }

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Maximum file size: 400MB Supported formats: application/pdf

Key Facts

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

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

When to Use

  • •Use it when you need to process pdf content quickly in the browser.
  • •Helpful for pdf tools workflows that need repeatable inputs and fast results.
  • •A good fit when you want to test with real files before running the same workflow in code or API calls.

How It Works

  • •Provide Source PDF File, Chapter Ranges, Inserted Page Type, Notes Title Prefix as input to the tool.
  • •The tool processes the request and returns a file result.
  • •For file workflows, start with representative samples such as pdf test files to verify edge cases and output quality.

Use Cases

Process pdf data during debugging or QA.
Validate expected output before using the API or automation flows.
Test the workflow with representative sample files and edge cases.

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FAQ

What does PDF Insert Blank Pages do?

PDF Insert Blank Pages helps you process pdf content online without setting up a separate local script or app.

When should I use this tool?

Use it when you need a quick process workflow, want to verify output, or need a browser-based utility for pdf tools tasks.

Can I try this tool with sample data?

Yes. This page can recommend related sample files so you can test the workflow immediately.

What inputs does PDF Insert Blank Pages accept?

PDF Insert Blank Pages accepts Source PDF File, Chapter Ranges, Inserted Page Type, Notes Title Prefix and supports file uploads for 1 field.

Is there an API for PDF Insert Blank Pages?

Yes. The tool page includes an API endpoint so you can move from manual testing to scripted usage.

API Documentation

Request Endpoint

POST /en/api/tools/pdf-insert-blank-pages

Request Parameters

Parameter Name Type Required Description
sourceFile file (Upload required) Yes -
chapterRanges text Yes -
insertMode select No -
noteTitlePrefix text No -
lineColor color No -
noteLineCount number No -

File type parameters need to be uploaded first via POST /upload/pdf-insert-blank-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-insert-blank-pages": {
      "name": "pdf-insert-blank-pages",
      "description": "Insert blank or notes pages between chapter ranges in a PDF document",
      "baseUrl": "https://elysiatools.com/mcp/sse?toolId=pdf-insert-blank-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.

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