How to Rearrange the Pages of a PDF
Key points
- Move pages one at a time with "Earlier" / "Later"
- With many moves, plan the order first
- Check the whole file after saving
Steps
- In "Rotate & Reorder PDF Pages", choose the PDF.
- Tap "Earlier" or "Later" on the page you want to move.
- Check the order and tap "Save".
Tips for easier moves
- With many moves, write down the target order first
- To bring the last page to the front, tap "Earlier" repeatedly
- For a few pages, check as you go
Common cases
- The cover ended up at the end
- Front and back got out of sync in a double-sided scan
- The recipient specifies a fixed order
Checking after saving
Check order and page count from start to end. If you make a mistake, redo it from the original PDF.
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