Split PDF by Text
Start new PDF sections when matching searchable text appears.
This tool preserves normal PDF quality and structure for its core operation.
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application/pdf · Up to 1 files · Max 25 MB per file
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Using Split by Text
Start new PDF sections when matching searchable text appears.
How to Use Split by Text (Step-by-Step)
Follow these quick steps to achieve optimal results in seconds.
Choose or Import Files
Upload or drag and drop your application/pdf file into the secure workspace.
Configure & Preview
Customize available settings, page ranges, or compression levels with real-time feedback.
Immediate Download
Execute processing and download your finalized output instantly without countdowns or watermarks.
Workflow
Enter the text or regular expression that marks a section boundary, then review the split results.
Example to try
Use a distinctive chapter heading rather than a word repeated on every page.
Illustrative check using non-sensitive sample input; not a claim of a measured production result.
Limitations and review
Image-only scans need OCR first. Repeated headers may create unintended boundaries.
Processing and privacy
Input files or text and selected options are sent to a server processing job. Review the upload limits and job expiry shown in the workspace. Expiry and scheduled physical cleanup are separate events.
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Isolated sandbox execution with automated 30-min file deletion.
No Quality Loss
Lossless vector preservation and crisp high-DPI rendering without watermarks.
Immediate Access
Instant downloads with zero registration, subscriptions, or forced waiting gates.
Technical Specifications & Input Settings
The file picker accepts application/pdf. Select 1 file(s). The current web uploader limits each file to 25 MiB; the service may reject additional unsupported inputs.
- Text or regular expression
- Required input; use the workspace controls.
Questions about Split by Text
Frequently asked technical and operational questions about split by text.
How does Split by Text recognize where a new section begins?
The tool inspects searchable text content on each page for specific keywords or regular expressions (such as 'Invoice #', 'Statement', or 'Chapter') and splits immediately before matching pages.
Can this tool split scanned paper documents?
Scanned PDFs without an embedded text layer must first be processed with OCR PDF. Once searchable text is recognized, the pattern matcher can identify trigger boundaries.
Are regular expressions supported for dynamic document splitting?
Yes. You can enter standard regex syntax to match variable numbering formats, such as policy IDs or date strings, across high-volume document batches.