3 Best Methods to Combine Multiple Images into One PDF File on Android

ByJim Miller

Many times, we need to submit important documents, school projects, or even government IDs online. However, most websites only allow uploading a single PDF file. So, how do you combine multiple images into one PDF file on Android? In this article, we will explore three effective methods to help you achieve that.

1. Using Google Drive

Google Drive is a safe and convenient option to convert multiple images into a single PDF file on Android. Here's how you can do it:

  1. Open the Google Drive app on your phone.
  2. Tap on the floating (+) add icon and select Scan from the menu.
  3. The Camera interface will open. Point the camera towards the picture and hit the Capture button.
  4. If you are satisfied with the photo, tap on the Checkmark icon.
  5. You will find various editing and formatting options on the next screen.
  6. Tap on the Add (+) icon to capture more photos for your PDF file.
  7. Once you capture all the necessary photos, swipe right or left to view them. You can edit each photo individually using the options provided.
  8. When you are done editing, tap on the Save button. Name your PDF file and select the Google Drive account and folder to save it.
  9. The PDF file will start uploading to Google Drive. If you want to download the PDF file to your Android phone, open the Google Drive app and navigate to the folder where you saved the PDF file.
  10. Tap on the three-dot icon next to the PDF file and select Download. The downloaded PDF file will be stored in the Downloads folder of your phone.

2. Using Microsoft Lens

If you want to create a PDF file from multiple images in your phone's gallery, you can use the Microsoft Lens app. This app allows you to create PDF files from both existing images and the camera. Follow these steps:

  1. Install the Microsoft Lens app on your Android phone.
  2. Open the app and you will see the screen to capture new photos. You can either capture new images or swipe up to access the existing images on your phone.
  3. Tap on the desired images to select them for your PDF file and hit the Next (>) icon at the bottom.
  4. Adjust the area to include in the picture. Tap on the picture thumbnails at the bottom to preview and edit them. Once you are satisfied with the final images, tap on the Confirm icon.
  5. You can further customize the images by adding text, applying filters, cropping, rotating, or reordering them. Once done, tap on the Done button.
  6. Give a name to your PDF file, select the PDF option, and choose the save location from Phone storage or OneDrive. Finally, tap on the Save button to download the PDF file.

3. Using Third-Party Apps

If you require additional features related to PDF conversion, you can try using third-party apps. One such app is PDF Convertor, which is a free and open-source app available on F-Droid and Play Store. Here's how you can convert images into PDF using the PDF Convertor app on Android:

  1. Install the PDF Convertor app from the provided link.
  2. Open the app and grant the necessary permissions.
  3. Under the “Create new PDF” section, tap on “Images to PDF”. Select the images you want to add from your gallery.
  4. Tap on the Apply button to include the selected images.
  5. The “Create PDF” option will be enabled. Tap on it and provide a title for your PDF file. After giving it a title, hit OK.
  6. If you see a green tick on the next page, it means you have successfully combined images into a PDF. To view the PDF, tap on “Open PDF”. You can access the PDF file in the Files app by going to Internal Storage > PDF Convertor.

Although PDF Convertor is a free app, it offers various useful features to enhance your PDF file. For instance, you can password-protect your PDF, merge multiple PDFs, compress PDF files, add a border, rearrange images, enable page numbers, and add watermarks.

In conclusion, combining multiple images into a single PDF file on Android is easy with the help of Google Drive, Microsoft Lens, or third-party apps like PDF Convertor. Follow the steps mentioned above and convert your images into PDF effortlessly.