PDF File Size Requirement
Adobe Acrobat & PDF Files
The size of a PDF file should not exceed 35 megabytes. The number of pages that make up 35 megabytes depends on the program used to create the file, the color settings, scanner settings, etc. It is recommended to determine your pdf file size by megabytes rather than by number of pages. Instructions to view the file size of your pdf: through your
  • Adobe Acrobat software
  • My Computer
  
To aid in the prevention of problems when filing electronically, please consider the following:
  • If the total Megabyte count of your main pdf document and attached supporting pdf documents in a single docket entry exceeds 35 Megabytes, file the attached supporting documents as separate entries and relate them back to the main document entry. Exhibits can be filed under the document event Exhibit.

  • If the pdf is created via a scanner, set your scanner default to black and white, as color triples the size of the pdf.  The DPI (dots per inch) should be set at 300. The paper document being scanned must be 8-1/2 x 11 inches to avoid any errors in the uploading and/or noticing of the PDF document.

 

Quick Note

The size of  a PDF file should not exceed thirty-five (35) megabytes.

If the pdf file exceeds 35 Megabytes (MB), reduce the file size by breaking the pdf file into two or more pdf files. 

When filing the divided and smaller .PDF files, attach them as supportive documents.

 

 
   

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