File Compression
How to Compress PDFs Without Losing Quality
Reduce PDF size for government portals while keeping text readable — browser tips for Indian applicants.
2026-05-05 · 7 min read
Government portals often cap PDFs at 100 KB, 200 KB, or 1 MB. Scanning at 600 DPI is the main reason uploads fail.
Compress in stages: lower scan DPI first, then use Clawdage Compress PDF for the final push under the limit.
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FAQ
- Why did my compressed PDF look blurry?
- Aggressive compression hurts scanned images more than text PDFs. Start from a 150–200 DPI scan for forms.
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