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How to Include PDF Pages in a LaTeX Document

The fix

Load \usepackage{pdfpages}, then use \includepdf[pages=-]{file.pdf} to insert every page of a PDF. Use pages={1,3-5} for a range, nup=2x2 to place several pages on one sheet, and pagecommand={\thispagestyle{fancy}} to keep your own headers and page numbers on the inserted pages.

Example

\usepackage{pdfpages}

% Every page of the file
\includepdf[pages=-]{scanned-form.pdf}

% Selected pages, keeping your page style
\includepdf[pages={1,3-5},pagecommand={\thispagestyle{fancy}}]{report.pdf}

% Four pages per sheet, framed
\includepdf[pages=-,nup=2x2,frame=true]{slides.pdf}

Frequently asked questions

How do I include a whole PDF in LaTeX?

Load \usepackage{pdfpages} and write \includepdf[pages=-]{file.pdf}. The dash means every page. Without pages=-, only the first page is inserted.

Why do my headers and page numbers disappear on included pages?

pdfpages inserts pages with an empty page style by default. Pass pagecommand={\thispagestyle{fancy}} (or plain) to \includepdf to keep your own headers, footers and page numbers.

Can I put several PDF pages on one sheet?

Yes. Use the nup option, for example \includepdf[pages=-,nup=2x2]{slides.pdf} for four per sheet. Add frame=true to draw a border around each one.

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