Open Graph Preview for scanned documents specifically
Scanned meta tags come out unnecessarily huge by default. Open Graph Preview brings them down dramatically without losing the text.
If you've ended up here, you have a meta tag and a specific job: scanned document. The defaults most software ships with aren't tuned for that — they're tuned for "archive everything at maximum quality," which is the opposite of what you need now.
Launch the tool: Open Graph Preview — No upload, no signup, no daily limit.
Why scanned document needs different settings
A meta tag for scanned document optimises for things the original meta tag doesn't care about: small enough to upload quickly, compatible with whatever software the recipient is using, and free of embedded metadata that could leak personal information. The defaults give you the opposite — large, high-quality, metadata-rich. Useful for some jobs, wrong for this one.
The workflow with Open Graph Preview
- Open Open Graph Preview in any modern browser.
- Drop the meta tag on the input area.
- Choose settings appropriate for scanned document — see the recommendations in the next section.
- Run the processing. It happens locally in your browser tab.
- Download and verify. Quick visual check before you send.
Recommended settings for scanned document
Scanned meta tags are notorious for size bloat. The right move is to keep the text crisp while aggressively compressing the surrounding white space and the embedded thumbnail. Open Graph Preview handles both in a single pass.
Open the tool
Everything happens locally in your browser — your file never leaves your device.
What to verify before sending
Quick check-list once Open Graph Preview finishes:
- Open the result. Make sure it looks right at the size the recipient will actually see it.
- Check the file size. Match it against the limit you're targeting.
- Confirm the file extension. Sometimes you need to rename — for example, a recipient who expects
.jpgwon't necessarily accept.jpeg. - Send a test to yourself first. Open the test on the same device the recipient will use, if you can.
Frequently asked questions
Should I rename the result?
Often yes. Recruiters and portals often pre-filter by filename patterns; a clean, predictable name (e.g. "FirstName_LastName_Resume.pdf") is worth the 10 seconds.
Is Open Graph Preview safe for sensitive meta tags like a resume or visa documents?
Yes — every step happens locally in your browser. The meta tag never leaves your device because there is no server in the loop.
Will Open Graph Preview work for a batch of meta tags?
Yes — drop multiple files at once. All of them get the same scanned document settings applied, then downloaded as a folder.
Can I undo the compression later?
No — compression is one-way. Always keep the original meta tag archived somewhere, and treat the compressed version as a send-only copy.
Related guides
- Open Graph Preview for printing — when to compress and when to not
- meta tag too large for WhatsApp — the Open Graph Preview fix in under a minute
- meta tag for government and visa portal uploads
- Why won't my meta tag get smaller? Fixing the 4 most common causes
- Compress Image for scanned documents specifically
- MOV to MP4 for scanned documents specifically
Ready to try it?
Run it in your browser: Open Graph Preview. Free, no account required, no watermark.
Last reviewed May 2026. File-size limits, portal requirements, and software defaults change over time — always verify with the destination platform before uploading time-sensitive documents. References to third-party services and products are for descriptive purposes only and do not imply any partnership or endorsement.