Portrait orientation
Portrait pages are taller than they are wide. Letters, forms, IDs, applications, and most printed documents are commonly presented this way.
Landscape orientation
Landscape pages are wider than they are tall. Spreadsheets, charts, diagrams, presentations, and wide tables often use this orientation.
| Orientation | Shape | Common use |
|---|---|---|
| Portrait | Tall | Forms, letters, applications |
| Landscape | Wide | Tables, charts, presentations |
Why orientation can matter for uploads
A scanned document may be stored sideways even though the content should be portrait. Some portals only care that the PDF is readable, while others may expect a particular orientation.
FAQ
What is portrait orientation?
Portrait is taller than it is wide.
What is landscape orientation?
Landscape is wider than it is tall.
Can page orientation affect a PDF upload?
Yes. Some portals or document workflows require a specific orientation or may reject incorrectly rotated scans.