Guides & How-To Articles
Learn how to make the most of our tools with these helpful guides
PDF Tools Guides
How to Compress PDFs Without Losing Quality
Learn the best practices for reducing PDF file size while maintaining document quality.
Best Practices:
- Start with high-quality source files for better compression results
- Compress images within PDFs separately before combining
- Use appropriate quality settings based on your needs (web vs. print)
- Test compressed PDFs to ensure acceptable quality
Merging Multiple PDFs Effectively
Step-by-step guide on combining multiple PDF documents into one file.
Step-by-Step:
- Upload all PDF files you want to merge
- Drag and drop to reorder files as needed
- Click the merge button to combine into one PDF
- Download your merged document
Image Tools Guides
When to Use PNG vs JPG vs WebP
Understand the differences between image formats and when to use each one.
Format Comparison:
- PNG: Best for graphics, logos, and images requiring transparency
- JPG: Best for photographs and images with many colors
- WebP: Best for web use, offers smaller sizes with good quality
Understanding Image Compression
Learn about lossy vs lossless compression and how to optimize images for the web.
Compression Types:
- Lossless: Reduces file size without quality loss (PNG)
- Lossy: Reduces file size with minimal quality loss (JPG)
- Choose based on use case: web = more compression, print = less compression
Developer Tools Guides
Working with JSON Data
Best practices for formatting, validating, and working with JSON.
JSON Best Practices:
- Always validate JSON before using in production
- Use consistent indentation (2 or 4 spaces)
- Keep structure simple and readable
- Avoid deeply nested objects when possible
Understanding Base64 and URL Encoding
When and why to use different encoding methods.
When to Use:
- Base64: Encoding binary data in text format (images, files)
- URL Encoding: Making URLs safe for transmission
- Both ensure data integrity during transmission
General Tips & Best Practices
Why Client-Side Processing Matters
Learn how our privacy-first approach protects your data.
All PureXio process files directly in your browser using JavaScript. This means:
- Your files never leave your device
- No upload to external servers
- Complete privacy and security
- Works offline after page load
Optimizing File Sizes for Web Performance
Tips for reducing file sizes to improve website loading times.
Optimization Tips:
- Compress images before uploading to your website
- Use modern formats like WebP for web images
- Resize images to actual display dimensions
- Reduce PDF file sizes for faster downloads