How to convert PDF to PNG
Quick answer: To convert a PDF to PNG, open a PDF to image tool, choose PNG as the format, select all pages or only the ones you need, pick a quality, and save. In Quick PDF, PDF to JPG also exports PNG at 110, 150, 220 or 300 dpi; one page saves as one image, several come in a ZIP.
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PNG is the image format to pick when a PDF page needs to stay crisp: a slide for a presentation, a chart for a report, a diagram for a website, a page of text you want to drop into a design or a document. This guide shows how to turn PDF pages into PNG files with Quick PDF, which resolution to choose for screen or print, and how PNG compares with JPG so you get the right file the first time.
Convert a PDF to PNG with Quick PDF
- Open the PDF to JPG tool Go to quickpdfapp.com, sign in and open PDF to JPG. Despite the name, it saves PNG too.
- Choose your PDF Pick the file from Files, Downloads or your desktop. It is opened in your browser on your device, not uploaded.
- Select PNG as the format Switch the image format to PNG.
- Pick the pages Export every page, or select only the pages you want as images.
- Choose a quality Small is 110 dpi, Normal 150, High 220 and Print 300. Higher numbers give sharper, larger images.
- Save the images Download the result. A single page arrives as one PNG; several pages arrive together in a ZIP file.
PNG or JPG: which should you choose?
| PNG | JPG | |
|---|---|---|
| Text and line art | Very sharp, no smudging around letters | Can show faint blur around edges |
| Photos | Large files | Smaller files, looks great |
| Best for | Slides, charts, diagrams, forms, screenshots of documents | Brochures, photo pages, sharing on social media |
Rule of thumb: if the page is mostly text, lines or flat colour, choose PNG. If it is mostly photos, JPG gives a similar look at a fraction of the size. For a photo-heavy page, see how to save a PDF as a JPG.
Which resolution (dpi) do you need?
- Small, 110 dpi: quick previews, chat messages, thumbnails.
- Normal, 150 dpi: websites, emails and most on-screen use.
- High, 220 dpi: slides, zooming in on detail, sharp results on large screens.
- Print, 300 dpi: printing the image or placing it in a print layout.
PNG files grow quickly at high dpi. If you only need the image on screen, Normal or High is usually plenty, and your files stay manageable.
Common reasons to save PDF pages as PNG
- Slides and presentations: drop a page from a report or a chart from a PDF into Google Slides, PowerPoint or Keynote as a crisp image.
- Websites and blog posts: show a page of a menu, a price sheet or a flyer as an image that loads on every phone without opening a PDF viewer.
- Design work: place a logo sheet, a floor plan or a diagram into a design app that does not open PDFs.
- Messages and chats: many people will look at an image in a chat but never tap a PDF attachment. A single PNG of the key page gets read.
- Documentation: add one page of a manual or form to a help article or a support ticket.
Tip: if you only need part of a page, export the page and crop the PNG in your photo app, since Quick PDF exports whole pages.
Opening the ZIP on your phone or computer
When you export several pages, the images are bundled in one ZIP so they download together.
- iPhone and iPad: open the Files app, go to Downloads and tap the ZIP. A folder with the PNGs appears next to it. To put an image in Photos, open it, tap the share icon and choose Save Image.
- Android: open your Files app, find the ZIP in Downloads and tap Extract.
- Mac: double-click the ZIP in Downloads.
- Windows: right-click the ZIP and choose Extract All.
If you only need one page, select just that page and you get a single PNG with no ZIP at all.
Other ways to turn a PDF into PNG
- Mac Preview: File, Export, then choose PNG. It exports the page you are viewing, so multi-page files mean repeating the steps.
- A screenshot: fast for one page you only need on screen, but the resolution is limited to your display and you will usually need to crop.
- Windows: there is no simple built-in export to PNG, which is why many people end up taking screenshots with the Snipping Tool.
Quick PDF is the simpler route when you need many pages at once, a set resolution, or the same steps on a phone and a computer.
Troubleshooting PDF to PNG
- The PNG looks blurry. Export again at High or Print. A page that was scanned at low quality will stay soft, because the image can only be as sharp as the original scan.
- The files are huge. Drop to Normal, or use JPG for pages with photos.
- The PDF asks for a password. You need the password to open it. Unlock removes a password you know, then you can convert it.
- A page comes out sideways. Fix it in Rotate, download the corrected PDF and export again.
- You want the images back as a PDF. Use JPG to PDF, which accepts PNG files too.
Questions people ask
Can I convert just one page of a PDF to PNG?
Yes. In PDF to JPG, select only the page you want and choose PNG. You get a single PNG file instead of a ZIP.
What is the best resolution for PDF to PNG?
For screens, 150 dpi (Normal) or 220 dpi (High) looks sharp. For printing, choose Print, which is 300 dpi. Higher settings make bigger files, so pick the lowest one that looks right for your use.
Is PNG better quality than JPG?
For text, charts and diagrams, PNG keeps edges cleaner because it does not blur detail the way JPG compression can. For photos, the difference is hard to see and JPG files are much smaller.
How do I convert a PDF to PNG on iPhone?
Open quickpdfapp.com in Safari, choose PDF to JPG, pick the file from Files, switch to PNG and save. Several pages come in a ZIP that the Files app opens with a tap.
Will the text in the PNG still be selectable?
No. A PNG is a picture of the page, so the words become part of the image. Keep the original PDF if you need to search or copy the text later.
Are my PDF pages uploaded to convert them?
No. Quick PDF turns the pages into images inside your browser on your own device, so the document is not sent to a server.
Do I have to pay to use Quick PDF?
You can open a PDF and edit, sign or fill it after signing in with Google or email. To download, print or share the finished file you start a subscription with a free trial: 7 days on the yearly plan ($29.78 per year) or 2 days on the monthly plan ($2.99 per month). You are charged when the trial ends unless you cancel, and you can cancel anytime.
Sign in with Google or email and start editing. Saving your file starts a free trial: 7 days on yearly ($29.78/yr) or 2 days on monthly ($2.99/mo). Cancel anytime. 🔒 Your file stays on your device.