How to convert PDF to HTML: A step-by-step guide.
Want to upload a PDF as a web page? Discover how to turn a convert a PDF to HTML with a few quick and easy steps.
Every designer knows that the file format you use affects its functionality. This is especially important when working on websites and web pages. HTML is known for being the standard markup language for creating web pages, as it can maintain the structure of your digital content, including hyperlinks and multimedia content.
Whether you have a business report to upload to your website, or a case study you want to share with the world, you’ll need to convert the original PDF document to a HTML file. This can then be turned into a webpage.
Continue reading to discover how Acrobat Online can help you convert a PDF to HTML with ease.
In this guide:
- How to convert your PDF to a HTML link.
- Why convert a PDF to HTML?
- What are the benefits of the HTML file format?
- Embedding a PDF into a web page.
- Frequently asked questions.
How to convert your PDF to a HTML link.
To convert your PDFs to HTML web pages, just use these six simple steps:
- Find the document you want to convert and open it in your PDF editor.
- On the right-hand tool bar, select Create & Edit.
- At the top of the window, select Export PDF.
- Select HTML Web Page as the export option.
- Next, choose how you want to export. Single HTML creates one web page link, while Multiple HTML creates several – all from the same PDF.
- Finally, select Export and choose where you want to save your files.
If you need to convert multiple PDFs to HTML, just go through the same process as many times as you need. Just remember to rename each file so you don’t lose track of anything.
Once you’re done, you can import your files into a website builder. Here, you can fully customise the content and create a dynamic web page – including media, headings and links.
If you need to reverse the process and convert a webpage to a PDF, it’s quick and easy to do so. To learn more, read our guide on how to convert HTML to PDF.
Why convert a PDF to HTML?
You don’t need any extra software to access HTML files, unlike PDFs. This means your HTML files can be accessed whenever you need them. They’re also inherently flexible, so content can be adapted to suit various screen sizes and devices.
HTML files also have a faster download speed, as they’re naturally smaller than PDFs. Plus, when you convert your document to HTML, you can easily add more content from your PDF, straight onto a web page.
All you need to do to turn a PDF into a webpage link is resave it as a HTML file. Below, we’ll go into more detail on how to do this.
What are the benefits of the HTML file format?
Working with HTML can bring a number of advantages. For example, HTML files are:
- Free
- Quick and easy to edit
- Simple to use
- Accessible
- Smaller than other file types
- The most commonly used format on search engines
- Easily integrated into other programming languages and formats
- Interactive, allowing you to add live, embedded elements.
By converting a PDF to HTML, you can utilise the benefits of the format’s extended functionalities. After converting, you can also embed the PDF directly in a web page with a few more simple steps.
Embedding a PDF into a web page.
Using the HTML <embed> tag is one of the easiest and most common ways to embed a PDF onto a live page. The tags essentially set boundaries and allow you to define when and where external content is loaded onto the page.
To learn more, follow these quick and easy steps:
- Start by specifying the file path for your PDF (src).
- Next, outline the file type. We’re using PDFs here, so this would be PDF (type).
- Include the content width, provided as a percentage.
- Then, specify the content height in pixels.
- Finally, use the below code to combine all of these elements:
<embed src= “file_path/file_name.pdf” type=”application/pdf” width=”##%” height=”##px” />
After embedding and publishing your PDF online, you’re ready to share it. Whether it’s going to clients or collaborators, they can easily access important files – all without needing to send it to them individually.
HTML formats allow everyone to edit and interact with files across platforms and devices. They’re a great way to aid collaboration and share projects with ease.
Frequently asked questions.
What are the main differences between PDF and HTML?
The main differences between PDF and HTML is their format and uses. PDF is a versatile file type ideal for printed documents. Meanwhile, HTML is a flexible format used for web content. HTMLs are also smaller and more manageable in size.
Why does Chrome download PDF as HTML?
If Chrome is set as your default PDF viewer, your PDF files will automatically convert into Chrome HTMLs. You can easily change this by modifying the file properties or by changing the system settings.
How do I convert a PDF to HTML on a Mac?
It’s easy to convert a PDF to HTML on a Mac. Use the PDF Editor to open your PDF document on your Mac or Macbook. Then go to Create & Edit > Export PDF and select to export as a HTML Web Page. Hit the Export button and save your HTML file to your Mac.
Do more with your PDF.
Adobe Acrobat famously offers a wide variety of PDF formatting capabilities. As the inventors of the file type, Acrobat provides quick and seamless ways to convert PDFs to a large selection of different file formats – like HTML. It also allows you to expand PDF functionalities, meaning the file type can be easily adapted for all types of projects and businesses.
To learn more about what your files can do, explore Adobe Acrobat online services. Use the free PDF converter to transform your files and create impressive web pages from static copy and images.
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