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TheoDalton
Iron Contributor
Jul 23, 2026

How to delete pages from pdf on mac without using Preview?

Hi, I have a PDF file on my Mac that contains some unnecessary pages, and I want to remove them before sharing the document. I only need to delete a few specific pages while keeping the rest of the ...
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CrosbyBeckett
Iron Contributor
Jul 23, 2026

Actually, I think you can use Skim because it’s an open-source PDF tool. It’s a lightweight offline application that allows users to delete pages from pdf on mac free without having to upload the file to a third-party server.

Instructions: Open your PDF file in the software.

Go to View → Show Thumbnails, select the pages you want to delete, press the Delete key, and then save the file via the File menu.

This is a reliable option when you need to delete pages from pdf on mac free and prefer to work offline.

Pros: Open-source, lightweight, and all operations are performed locally on your Mac.

Cons: The interface isn’t as polished or sophisticated as Apple’s native Preview app, and it lacks some convenient features.

Notes

  • Before deleting any pages, back up the original PDF file.
  • Be sure to check the output document after saving to avoid any unexpected page loss.
  • If you are working with highly confidential PDF files, using offline tools such as software is safer than online web services.

This software is suitable for users who need additional PDF annotation features in addition to simple page deletion.