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When I add text to a PDF file, it grows from 200kb to over 37mb. Never had this happen before. What do I do?

dave meltzer 0 Reputation points
2025-12-11T20:52:26.8166667+00:00

I write invoices using EDGE pdf. They are normally under 200kb. Today when I wrote an invoice, it was over 37MB. What is going on? I tried it on my backup computer and it worked fine.

Microsoft Edge | Read PDFs | Windows 11
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  1. Q&A Assist
    2025-12-11T20:52:36.8766667+00:00
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    The significant increase in the size of your PDF file when adding text could be due to the way the PDF is being generated or the specific content being added. When using Microsoft Edge to create or modify PDFs, certain elements like high-resolution images or complex graphics can lead to larger file sizes. Additionally, if the PDF contains a lot of raster data or gradients, this can also contribute to the increased size.

    Since you mentioned that it worked fine on your backup computer, it could be helpful to check the settings or configurations on the computer where the issue occurred. Ensure that any print settings or PDF generation options are optimized for smaller file sizes.

    If the problem persists, consider using a different PDF editing tool or software that may handle the file size more efficiently.

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  2. JC 7,195 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-12-11T21:44:42.8533333+00:00

    Hello,

    Possibly the edge experimental version, try searching "edge://flags" in the URL of edge >> Search "PDF" >> Disable "New PDF Viewer". See if that works

    Source: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/discussions/edgeinsiderdiscussions/edge-pdf-text-addition--massive-file-size-increase/4476192
    Hope this helps,

    JC

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