Customizing Your Output: JPG to PDF Without Margins or Borders

Designers, photographers, and marketers often need PDF pages that showcase images edge-to-edge. Standard converters add white borders to avoid clipping content, but those margins can ruin the impact of a poster mockup or brand presentation. This guide shows you how to produce borderless, full-bleed PDFs from JPGs—whether you are working on Windows, macOS, the web, or mobile devices. We will also cover printer settings so your physical output matches the bleed-free PDF.

Good news: pdftoimageconvert.com already respects your image dimensions. When you convert a JPG online, the resulting PDF fits the image precisely without auto-adding margins. For print workflows, you may still need to configure printers and layout tools to support “borderless” settings. Let’s dive into the techniques.

Table of contents

1. Understanding margins, bleed, and printer limits
2. Preparing your image for full bleed
3. Borderless conversion on Windows
4. Borderless conversion on macOS
5. Using pdftoimageconvert.com for precise dimensions
6. Web tools that support margin control
7. Mobile workflows for edge-to-edge PDFs
8. Printer configuration for true borderless output
9. Troubleshooting unwanted borders
10. Frequently asked questions
11. Conclusion: keep the focus on your imagery

Understanding margins, bleed, and printer limits

• Margins: Blank space around the page that ensures content does not touch the edge. Many converters and printers add margins automatically to prevent clipping.
• Bleed: Extending artwork beyond the page edge so printers can trim the sheet cleanly. Common bleeds are 0.125 inches (3 mm).
• Printer limits: Most consumer printers cannot print to the absolute edge; they leave a “non-printable area.” Borderless-capable printers expand the image and trim internally.

Digital PDFs can be truly edge-to-edge, but you must still consider printer capabilities if you plan to produce physical copies.

Preparing your image for full bleed

1. Match aspect ratio: Resize or crop the JPG to match the target paper size (e.g., 8.5x11, A4, 11x17). Tools like Photoshop or Canva make this easy.
2. Add bleed intentionally: If the printer requires bleed, extend the canvas beyond the final size. For example, create an 8.75x11.25 image for an 8.5x11 final page.
3. Check resolution: Maintain at least 300 DPI for print. Note the pixel dimensions; you will use them inside layout tools.
4. Remove existing borders: Edit out any white edges in your image to avoid ghost margins.

With preparation done, you can convert without surprises.

Borderless conversion on Windows

Method 1: Microsoft Print to PDF with borderless paper size

1. Open the JPG in the Windows Photos app.
2. Press Ctrl + P.
3. Choose Microsoft Print to PDF.
4. Click More settings and select Borderless (available if Windows detects a borderless paper size). Some printers install custom paper sizes like “4x6 Borderless.”
5. Disable Fit picture to frame to avoid scaling, or enable it to fill the page completely.
6. Save the PDF.

If the borderless option is missing, install your printer’s driver; some expose custom paper sizes only through manufacturer software.

Method 2: Inkscape or Affinity Photo

• Create a document with page size equal to your final output (including bleed if needed).
• Import the JPG and align it to the page edges.
• Export as PDF using “Rasterize nothing” and uncheck “Use document’s base unit margins.”

These tools give you precise control over page boxes (MediaBox, TrimBox, BleedBox).

Borderless conversion on macOS

Preview workflow

1. Open the JPG in Preview.
2. Go to File > Print (Command + P).
3. Choose a printer with borderless support or select Save as PDF.
4. In the Paper Size dropdown, pick a borderless preset (e.g., “US Letter Borderless”).
5. Under Scale, choose 100% to avoid automatic margins.
6. Save or print.

Pages or Keynote

Apple’s Pages and Keynote allow custom page sizes:

1. Create a document with the desired dimensions.
2. Insert the JPG and align it flush with the edges using the Arrange inspector.
3. Export as PDF with “Best” quality. Pages respects borderless dimensions perfectly.

Adobe InDesign for production layouts

When preparing marketing collateral or multi-page spreads:

1. Create a new document in InDesign with the final page size and bleed (e.g., A4 with 3 mm bleed).
2. Place your JPG (File > Place) and drag it to snap against the bleed guides. Ensure important content stays within the safe margin.
3. Export via File > Export → Adobe PDF (Print).
4. Choose the High Quality Print preset, enable Use Document Bleed Settings, and include crop marks.
5. Inspect the exported PDF in Acrobat’s Output Preview to confirm the BleedBox includes your extended artwork.

This method is ideal for agencies delivering print-ready assets to vendors.

Using pdftoimageconvert.com for precise dimensions

Our converter respects the exact pixel dimensions of your JPG. Here is how to ensure a borderless result:

1. Resize your image to the final PDF dimensions (including bleed if required).
2. Upload to pdftoimageconvert.com.
3. Download the PDF—the page size matches the image without extra borders.

Because the conversion happens client-side, there is no hidden scaling or compression. The PDF’s MediaBox is set to the image’s pixel dimensions, converted to points (1 point = 1/72 inch).

Case study: social media mockups

Design teams often present Instagram or TikTok mockups as PDFs. They export story images at exact 1080x1920 pixel dimensions, convert them with pdftoimageconvert.com, and assemble the PDF in the same order clients will view slides. Because there are no margins, the mockups mimic the native app experience during presentations.

Web tools that support margin control

Smallpdf

• Offers layout options: choose “Original size” and disable margins. However, it may still add minimal padding when merging multiple images.

PDF Candy

• Lets you set page size manually. Enter custom dimensions (in millimeters) and select “No margins.”

Canva

• Place your JPG on a canvas set to the final size. Ensure the image snaps to edges. Export as PDF Print for bleed support.

Always download and inspect the PDF by zooming to 400% to ensure there is no added white space.

Bonus: command-line control with ImageMagick

Developers or power users can automate borderless PDFs via terminal:

convert input.jpg -page 0x0 output.pdf

The -page 0x0 flag sets the canvas to the image size. Combine with loops to batch-convert entire folders without margins. ImageMagick respects exact pixel dimensions, making it ideal for scripted workflows.

Mobile workflows for edge-to-edge PDFs

iOS Files app

• Save your JPG to Files.
• Long-press and choose Quick Actions > Create PDF. The resulting PDF matches the image size.

Shortcuts automation

• Build a Shortcut: Select Photos → Resize Image (optional) → Make PDF.
• Add Set Name to standardize file naming.
• The PDF inherits the image dimensions, so prepare the image beforehand.

Android gallery + Print

• Open the image in Google Photos.
• Tap Print → choose Save as PDF.
• Tap the down arrow to reveal additional settings, set paper size to custom, and choose Borderless Photo if available.

Printer configuration for true borderless output

Producing a borderless PDF is half the battle. To print edge-to-edge:

1. Use a borderless-capable printer: Many inkjet photo printers support this; laser printers often do not.
2. Select borderless media: In printer properties, pick the exact paper size with “borderless” designation.
3. Disable scaling: Choose “Actual size” or “Scale 100%” in the print dialog to avoid automatic margins.
4. Enable bleed compensation: Some drivers expand the image slightly to ensure full coverage—use this for best results.
5. Test with scrap paper: Print a draft to confirm alignment before using premium stock.
6. Trim if necessary: For professional finishes, print on oversized paper with bleed and trim to final size using a paper cutter.

Partnering with print shops

If your in-house printer cannot handle borderless output, send the PDF to a professional print shop. Provide specifications:

• Final size and bleed dimensions.
• Preferred stock (matte, glossy, heavy cardstock).
• Color profile (sRGB, CMYK). Many shops accept sRGB unless noted otherwise.
• Finishing instructions (trim to size, laminate, bind).

Print shops appreciate PDFs that already include bleed and crop marks—this minimizes prepress adjustments.

Troubleshooting unwanted borders

• Issue: PDF still contains white margins.
  Fix: Re-open the PDF in a viewer that displays page boxes. If the MediaBox size matches your image, the viewer may be adding padding. Use a different viewer or printing app.

• Issue: Printer adds margins despite borderless settings.
  Fix: Update printer drivers, use manufacturer software, or print on larger paper with crop marks.

• Issue: Image gets cropped.
  Fix: Expand the canvas slightly (add 2–3 mm bleed) so important content stays within the safe zone.

• Issue: PDF dimensions are incorrect.
  Fix: Check conversion settings; ensure no tool is resampling or fitting to standard paper sizes automatically.

• Issue: PDF viewers show black bars on mobile.
  Fix: Some mobile viewers add padding when aspect ratios differ from the device screen. The underlying PDF is still borderless; reassure clients or embed the PDF inside a presentation app that respects aspect ratios.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Exporting screenshots with built-in UI chrome—crop these out for a clean edge.
• Mixing images with different aspect ratios without adjusting canvas size, resulting in unexpected stripes.
• Forgetting to convert color profiles, causing printers to auto-add margins for scaling.
• Relying on low-resolution assets; when scaled to full-bleed, they appear pixelated. Always start with high-quality images.

Frequently asked questions

Do all printers support borderless output?

No. Many office printers have fixed non-printable margins. Check specifications or use print shops with professional equipment.

Can I make only one side borderless?

Yes. Create a custom layout in design software (InDesign, Affinity Publisher) and extend the image to the desired edges while keeping margins elsewhere.

How do I add crop marks and bleed?

Design tools like InDesign or Canva’s Print PDF export include crop marks. For manual workflows, overlay thin vector lines at the trim edges and export as PDF.

Will PDF viewers show gray borders?

Some viewers display a gray outline to differentiate the page from the background. This is not actually part of the PDF and will not print.

Can I embed multiple images on one borderless page?

Yes. Create a layout in design software with placeholders, then export as a single PDF page. Ensure each image reaches the edges if you want a collage-style full bleed.

What file format should I start with for best results?

High-resolution JPGs or PNGs work, but if you have layered artwork, export from design tools as PDF/X or high-quality TIFF before converting. Maintaining source quality ensures the borderless PDF looks sharp whether viewed digitally or printed.

Conclusion: keep the focus on your imagery

Borderless PDFs make visuals pop, whether you are presenting concept art, showcasing product photography, or printing promotional flyers. With a bit of planning—matching aspect ratios, choosing the right tools, and configuring printers—you can eliminate unwanted margins entirely. Use pdftoimageconvert.com whenever you need instant, margin-free PDFs, and pair it with the layout and print techniques above for complex projects. Your imagery deserves the full-bleed treatment.

Document each preferred workflow inside your creative team’s playbook. When new teammates join, they will know exactly which tools to reach for when clients ask for edge-to-edge PDFs on a tight deadline.