3 easy ways to delete pages from PDF on Android

Most Android phones come with basic PDF viewer you can use to delete pages without downloading any extra apps
An undated image of a keyboard with a PDF key. — Canva
An undated image of a keyboard with a PDF key. — Canva 

Editing a PDF on an Android phone, especially to delete a page, can feel challenging due to the fixed nature of the format. While PDFs are designed to keep their layout consistent, they’re not always easy to modify without special software.

Fortunately, there are a few simple and free methods to remove unwanted pages from a PDF directly on your Android device. Whether you need to streamline a document for sharing or reduce file size, this Gadinsider's guide covers easy ways to delete pages from a PDF without the need for pricey apps.

Delete PDF page with default PDF viewer

Most Android phones come with a basic PDF viewer that you can use to delete pages without downloading any extra apps. Here’s how:

  1. Open the PDF document.
  2. Tap the three dots (overflow menu) in the upper-right corner.
  3. Select Print from the menu.
  4. Uncheck the pages you don’t need.
  5. Choose Save as PDF and save your edited document.

This method works well for quick edits and keeps your PDF viewer simple and efficient.

Delete PDF page with Samsung Notes (Samsung Devices Only)

If you own a Samsung device, the Samsung Notes app allows you to delete, rearrange, or add pages in a PDF. Follow the steps listed below to delete a PDF page: 

  1. Open the PDF in Samsung Notes.
  2. Tap the three dots in the corner.
  3. Select Page Sorter to see all pages.
  4. Tap the page you want to delete, and tap Delete.
  5. Save your changes.

How to delete PDF page with Adobe PDF editing tool online

Adobe’s web tool also lets you delete pages from a PDF. Note that it’s free for a single try, after which a subscription is required.

  1. Visit Adobe’s PDF editor website and sign in.
  2. Upload your PDF file.
  3. Select the pages you want to remove, tap Delete, and save your document.
  4. Download the new version of the PDF.