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I have several PDF files that I want to merge. I used to do it with Preview in my macbook, where I open all the files and then use the Print -> Save as PDF.
However, this time, the files I want to merge have several Hyperlinks in the text and with this way, most of them get lost from the merged PDF file.
Is there any way to use Preview and keep the hyperlinks or is there another way to do it?
I can't really answer as to why it's so inefficient, but i've had the same problem, and i got around it by using free Quartz filters from Jerome Colas.
This post on the Apple discussion boards has the details, but the link is broken, an extra * on the end breaks it, it should be https://public.me.com/jcolas.
Download, unzip, and add the "Filters" folder to your Library folder.
To use, open a PDF in Preview, click File > Save As, then select Quartz Filter, and the level of compression.
I believe that Jerome is exposing something that already exists in OSX, but certainly, it's a good solution that works well for me, allowing me to get a good balance between quality and filesize.
One potential cause of this problem is hardware-related.
If you have a color inkjet printer and the blue ink is empty, this could cause the problem you describe. If it happened that you ran out of blue ink at the same time you upgraded, it might appear to be linked to the OS upgrade, but in fact would not be.
Best Answer
Automator comes to the rescue. If you have time, you should really dive into it. You can do amazing stuff with it. I've a lot of custom actions and automations. Love this app. It's built into every Mac :D
Use this Automator Action: Combine PDF