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PDF to Black & White (Grayscale)

Make scans of mark sheets and certificates crisp and readable — and smaller.

✓ Free✓ No upload — runs on your device✓ Works on mobile

Choose a PDF, pick Grayscale or High-contrast black & white, and tap Convert. High contrast whitens the paper and darkens the text — ideal for photographed documents.

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How to pdf to black & white (grayscale)

  1. Choose the PDF.
  2. Pick Grayscale or High-contrast.
  3. Tap Convert and download.

FAQs

Will it make my PDF smaller?
Usually yes. For an exact limit, run the result through Compress PDF.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. The tool runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript — your files never leave your phone or computer, so they stay private.

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