This application will take any images you select and create and save a PDF contact sheet of all the images. You can then view the contact sheet in Preview or Adobe Reader. This is an easy and quick way to view several images at one time.

Automator Workflow

automator workflow for creating pdfs from images

Step 1:    Ask for Finder Items

  • Start at: Select Desktop
  • Type: Select Files
  • Check Allow Multiple Selection


Step 2:    New PDF Contact Sheet

  • Save as: Type a name for the pdf file in the text box
  • Where: Select the location for saving the pdf file
  • Paper size: Select the paper size for the pdf file
  • Columns: Select the number of columns you want for the images
  • If you want to be able to change the above options when the application is run, check Show this action when the workflow runs


Step 3:    Apply Quartz Filter to PDF Documents

  • Filter: Select Reduce File Size
  • If you want to be able to change the options for setting the quartz filters when the application is run, check Show this action when the workflow runs