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View Metadata

View PDF document properties. See author, title, dates, and other metadata.

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PDF organization

Organize pages before you publish or share

Use the page controls to put the document in the order you actually need. For multi-file operations, confirm every source is included before creating the final PDF.

Input

.pdf

Output

JSON

Batch

1 file per run

View PropertiesView AuthorView DatesView Keywords
Batch-aware

1 file per run. Only use one run when files share the same operation.

Workflow continuity

Move into a related operation instead of re-finding the tool.

Output-ready

Download a destination-ready result and verify it before sharing.

File limits

Configured runtime limit applies.

PDF quality check before download
Review page order
Confirm deleted/extracted pages
Open the final PDF before sharing

Natural next steps

Continue with a related tool using the same file workflow.

Supported input

PDF

Output

JSON

Single file

Process one source at a time

Keep your source

Review the result before sharing

Smart workflows

Finish the job, not just the file

Use the existing tool graph to continue into useful next steps. Bulk and output-packaging capabilities are surfaced automatically where the underlying tool supports them.

Workflow-ready

Continue with Edit Metadata

Finish the job after View Metadata with a relevant MAXScanner tool, without creating a duplicate converter page.

Output: Edit Metadata

Best when View Metadata is only the first step in your workflow.

Continue with Pdf To Json

Bulk-ready

Finish the job after View Metadata with a relevant MAXScanner tool, without creating a duplicate converter page.

  1. View Metadata
  2. Pdf To Json
Output: Pdf To Json

Best when View Metadata is only the first step in your workflow.

About This Tool

View Metadata displays all document properties and metadata from your PDF files. See author, title, subject, keywords, creation date, modification date, and more.

Useful for auditing documents, checking file information, or verifying document authenticity.

All viewing happens in your browser, ensuring your documents remain private.

How to Use

  1. Upload Your PDF

    Drag and drop your PDF file or click to select.

  2. View Properties

    See all metadata displayed in an organized format.

  3. Export if Needed

    Optionally export metadata as JSON.

Use Cases

Document Audit

Review document properties for compliance.

Verify Authenticity

Check creation dates and author information.

File Information

Get detailed information about PDF files.

Frequently Asked Questions

What metadata is shown?+

Title, author, subject, keywords, creator, producer, dates, and PDF version.

Can I edit metadata here?+

Use the Edit Metadata tool to modify document properties.

Is XMP metadata included?+

Yes, both standard and XMP metadata are displayed.