When working with client brochures, annual reports, or research papers, you often need the original photograph or diagram. Taking a screenshot captures only your display's limited screen resolution and introduces blurry edges. Extracting embedded image streams directly retrieves the original source asset.
#1Screenshots vs. Binary Stream Extraction
A screenshot is limited by your screen resolution (typically 72 to 144 DPI) and window zoom level. In contrast, the original image inside the PDF might be a 300 DPI high-res photograph or a vector illustration.
MistPDF unpacks the internal XObject image dictionaries, extracting the raw JPG, PNG, or TIFF files exactly as the designer originally inserted them.
#2Bulk Extraction with Zero Server Delays
Instead of extracting images one by one, MistPDF scans the entire document, isolates all embedded graphic assets, and packages them into a convenient ZIP archive for one-click downloading.
Conclusion
Never settle for blurry screenshots again. Extract full-resolution original media from any PDF with MistPDF.
Domande Frequenti
Does extraction preserve PNG alpha channel transparency?
Yes. If an embedded graphic has a transparent background, the exported PNG retains its full alpha channel transparency.
Are vector icons extracted as SVG or raster?
Embedded raster photographs are extracted as JPG/PNG. For vector icons, use our SVG export tool to retain mathematical line curves.