How to Reorder, Rearrange, and Delete PDF Pages
Scanned batches come out in the wrong order. Reports need restructuring for different audiences. Sometimes you just want to delete a blank page that snuck in. PDFPuddle's Organize PDF tool gives you precise control with a simple text-based interface.
The notation explained
Enter a comma-separated list of page numbers in the order you want them. 3,1,2 moves page 3 to the front, then page 1, then page 2. Prefix with 'd' to delete: 1,2,d3,4 includes pages 1, 2, and 4 — page 3 is dropped. Pages not listed are also excluded by default.
Common patterns
Move title page to front: 5,1,2,3,4. Delete blank pages: 1,d2,3,d4,5. Reverse a 10-page PDF: 10,9,8,7,6,5,4,3,2,1. Keep only odd pages: 1,3,5,7,9.
Why text-based?
PDFPuddle's text input is faster than dragging thumbnails for batch operations. For 100 pages, typing a target order is faster than 100 individual drag operations. For visual reordering, use a desktop tool with thumbnail previews.
Combining with other tools
Reorganize → Add Page Numbers → Watermark → Sign is a typical client-deliverable workflow. Each step uses the output of the previous one.