LinkedIn PDF format: create a readable carousel ready to publish
The right LinkedIn PDF format is not only about dimensions. It must stay readable on mobile, keep a clear progression, and export cleanly.
TL;DR
For a LinkedIn carousel, use a 1080x1080 square or 1080x1350 portrait format, export one PDF page per slide, and keep one idea per page. The real constraint is mobile readability.
The recommended format
LinkedIn turns each PDF page into a slide. The 1080x1080 square format is the safest. The 1080x1350 portrait format takes more space in the feed, but it makes text sizing even more important.
In both cases, export a multi-page PDF with one slide per page. Keep the file light and check the mobile preview before publishing.
The structure that holds attention
A strong carousel is not a compressed presentation. It guides the reader page by page: tension, problem, method, example, conclusion.
- Slide 1: clear hook.
- Slides 2 to 4: problem and context.
- Slides 5 to 7: method or example.
- Final slide: one simple action.
Common mistakes
Carousels rarely fail because of the PDF itself. They fail because they are hard to read: too much text, tiny type, weak contrast, or too many ideas on one slide.
A useful rule: if the slide is not understandable in two seconds on a phone, simplify it.
How Carouzel simplifies export
Carouzel structures your idea into slides, applies your visual identity, and exports a LinkedIn-ready PDF. You do not manage dimensions, slide splitting, or visual consistency for every post.
Frequently asked questions
What format should I use for a LinkedIn carousel?
The 1080x1080 square format is the simplest. Portrait 1080x1350 can take more space in the feed if the text remains very readable.
How many slides should a LinkedIn carousel have?
Usually 6 to 10 slides. Beyond that, every slide needs to bring a genuinely new idea.