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sensus_2486
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February 25, 2026
Question

How to compress a PDF using Adobe Acrobat Pro?

  • February 25, 2026
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I have an application which produces large PDF files that I need to compress using Adobe Acrobat Pro. While I am able to reduce the file size using the "Reduced Size PDF" or "Optimized PDF" options, the process currently requires manual steps.

I am looking for a way to automate this workflow. Specifically, I would like to provide an input file name and have the PDF automatically compressed and saved to a specified location.

I have also experimented with "Use Guided Actions", but this approach still requires manual interaction and does not fully automate the process.

My question is:

  • Is there a way to fully automate PDF compression in Adobe Acrobat Pro so that it can be controlled programmatically (for example, via JavaScript)?
  • Is it something trustedFunction works for this purpose?
  • Are there any sample codes available for this purpose?
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Peru Bob
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February 25, 2026

Note: You will need to slightly change the wording of the title of the thread or you will get a duplicate question error.

kglad
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February 25, 2026

post this in the acrobat forum https://community.adobe.com/p/acrobat