How to Convert a PDF to Grayscale
Printing a color PDF on a black-and-white printer, or want a smaller file that doesn't need color? Serbabisa's Grayscale PDF tool converts every page to grayscale in seconds, entirely on your device.
OPEN THE TOOLGrayscale PDFStep by step
- 1Open the Grayscale PDF tool
Choose Grayscale PDF from the directory to open the dropzone.
- 2Drop your PDF
Drag the file in or click to browse. Serbabisa reads the page count so you can confirm it's the right document.
- 3Check the note, then convert
Pages are rasterized to grayscale images, so read the note about text no longer being selectable, then press Convert to grayscale.
- 4Download the result
Once it's done, download the grayscale PDF ready for printing or sharing.
Frequently asked
Will the text still be selectable afterward?
No, pages are rasterized into grayscale images, so text is no longer selectable or searchable. It's best for scans and print-ready files.
Does this just make the PDF look gray, or actually remove color data?
Each page is re-rendered as a genuine grayscale image, so the color data is fully removed, not just displayed differently.
Is my PDF uploaded anywhere?
No. Conversion happens locally in your browser tab, so nothing is sent to a server.
Ready to try it?
Do it now, and your file never leaves the tab.