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Combine and merge multiple files into one organised PDF.

Learn how to easily bring multiple files together to create a single PDF with Adobe Acrobat.

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You've got multiple files — documents, spreadsheets and email attachments — from virtually everyone. Now you've also got an easy way to combine and merge them into one organised PDF. It's a better way to share and send.

Send fewer attachments.

Send fewer attachments.

Combine PDFs and other files — Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint (PPT) files, JPGs, PNGs and more — into a single organised PDF that's easier to send, share, archive and review.

Merge on the go.

Merge on the go.

Combine and organise your PDF from any browser with the Acrobat PDF merger tool. You also use PDF tools to reorder, delete or rotate PDF pages using the Acrobat Reader mobile app.

Organise your pages.

Organise your pages.

Just drag and drop file thumbnails to rearrange your merged PDF in your desired order. You can even organise pages after merging multiple files into a single PDF document.

Navigate easily.

Use bookmarks, headers, footers and page numbers to navigate your PDF. Customise your pages by adding backgrounds and watermarks. Navigation is simpler after merging PDF files.

How to combine and merge your files into one PDF using Acrobat:

  1. Open Acrobat and access the Combine Files tool:
    Open Adobe Acrobat and go to the Tools tab. Select Combine Files to start the process of merging multiple files into one PDF.
  2. Add the files you want to merge:
    Click Add Files and select the PDF documents, Word files, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations, or images (JPG, PNG) you want to include. You can combine PDF files with other document types into one organised PDF.
  3. Preview and organise your files:
    Review all added files in the preview window. Drag and drop files to reorder them as needed. Use the Delete button to remove any unwanted files.
  4. Adjust individual pages if necessary:
    Expand a PDF file to view its pages. Rotate, reorder, or remove specific pages to ensure the final PDF is structured exactly how you want.
  5. Combine the files into one PDF:
    When you’re satisfied with the order, click Combine Files. Acrobat merges all your selected files into a single PDF document.
  6. Review and save your merged PDF:
    Open the new PDF to verify everything is correct. Click Save, give your file a name, and choose a location. You have now successfully combined and merged PDF files into one organised PDF.

How to combine PDF files on Mac

Follow these simple steps to combine your PDF files on Mac:

  1. Open Acrobat on your Mac and go to the Tools tab. Select Combine Files.
  2. Add your files by clicking Add Files and selecting the PDFs or other documents you want to merge.
  3. Reorder or remove files by dragging and dropping thumbnails or pressing Delete on unwanted files.
  4. Combine the files by clicking Combine Files. Acrobat will create a single PDF from all selected files.
  5. Save your merged PDF with a preferred name and location. Your combined PDF is now ready to share or archive.
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Merge and organise your PDFs with Acrobat’s free online tool. You can easily combine files, reorder pages, and make a single organised PDF in just a few clicks.

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FAQs on creating a single PDF from multiple files.

Is it possible to combine PDFs, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and images into one PDF?
Yes! Use Adobe Acrobat to add PDF files, Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint slides, JPGs, PNGs and other supported files, then arrange and merge them into a single PDF.
Can I reorder or delete pages from combined files?
Yes, Adobe Acrobat allows you to drag and drop, rotate or delete pages from any PDF, whether it was merged from multiple documents or files.
How do I merge multiple file types on Windows?
In Adobe Acrobat on Windows, use the Combine Files tool to add multiple documents or files, then merge them into a single PDF.
Can I merge multiple file types on mobile devices?
Yes, using the Acrobat Reader mobile app, you can combine PDFs, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, images and other files into one PDF and reorder, rotate or delete pages as needed.
How can I navigate a PDF created from multiple file types?
You can use bookmarks, headers, footers and page numbers in Adobe Acrobat to navigate a merged PDF and customise it with backgrounds or watermarks.
Will merging files affect the formatting of my documents?
No, Adobe Acrobat preserves the original formatting of all documents and files when combining them into a single PDF.
How does Acrobat ensure my merged files stay secure?
Yes, Adobe Acrobat provides strong encryption, password protection and permission settings, ensuring your merged PDFs remain completely safe, private and under your control.