Merge XCF to PDF
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Need help?How to Merge XCF Images to PDF
- Upload your XCF files — Click "+ Add Files" or drag and drop multiple GIMP project files.
- Arrange page order — Drag and drop to set the order of pages in your PDF.
- Set page layout (optional) — Under "Page layout," choose "Portrait" or "Landscape." Under "Paper size," select a page size preset.
- Set image placement (optional) — Under "Image placement," choose "Cover" (fill page) or "Contained" (fit within margins). Under "Image alignment," choose "Top," "Center," or "Bottom."
- Set margin (optional) — Under "Margin," choose from "No margin (0")," "Narrow (0.5")," "Moderate (0.75×1")," "Normal (1")," or "Large (2×1")."
- Merge and download — Click "Merge" and download your combined PDF.
Why Merge XCF to PDF?
XCF is GIMP's native project format — the open-source equivalent of Photoshop's PSD. XCF files preserve layers, channels, paths, and selections, but can only be opened in GIMP. Merging XCF files to PDF creates a universally viewable document from your GIMP artwork — perfect for sharing design proofs, creating portfolios, or archiving project outputs.
Each XCF file becomes one page in the combined PDF, making it easy to present multiple designs in a single document.
XCF to PDF Use Cases
| Scenario | Layout | Placement | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Design portfolio | Portrait | Contained | Normal (1") |
| Print proofs | Landscape | Cover | No margin |
| Client presentation | Portrait | Contained | Moderate |
| Archival document | Portrait | Cover | Narrow |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is XCF format?
XCF is GIMP's native project format. It stores layers, channels, paths, selections, and other editing data. It's the open-source equivalent of Photoshop's PSD format.
Are GIMP layers flattened?
Yes. Each XCF file is rendered as a flattened image (all visible layers merged) and placed as one page in the PDF.
Can I control image quality?
Yes. Under "Image Compression," set "Image Quality (%)" to control the quality of images embedded in the PDF. Under "Compression Type," choose Screen (smallest), Ebook, Default, Prepress, or Printer (highest quality).
Can I create individual PDFs instead of one combined file?
Yes. Under "Combine?," select "Individual PDFs" to create one PDF per XCF file instead of merging all into one.
Can I remove transparency?
Yes. Under "Image Transparency," choose "Removed" to replace transparent areas with a white background.