Yes, LinkedIn is considered a social media platform, but it's not your usual social network.
It's more professional. Everything there revolves around the professional value you provide.
Posting your vacation photos, pictures from the last concert you attended, or a snippet from your favorite movie is considered irrelevant.
It's the perfect place to share a portfolio, whitepaper, detailed resume, project report, or case study.
Here's the cool part: LinkedIn recently introduced the ability to share these resources as PDF documents.
And even better, using Nuelink, you can schedule your PDF posts in advance!
What Do We Mean by a LinkedIn PDF Post?
A LinkedIn PDF post is simply a way to share PDF documents directly in your LinkedIn feed. You can share files like presentations, portfolios, reports, or any files.
LinkedIn PDF posts appear as scrollable slides, keeping your audience engaged without downloading the PDF on their device or leaving the browser.
LinkedIn PDF Documents Characteristics
Before scheduling, it's helpful to understand what makes LinkedIn PDF documents unique and why they're effective.
- Supported File Formats: LinkedIn supports the following document formats for uploads:
- Adobe PDF (.pdf)
- Microsoft PowerPoint (.ppt, .pptx)
- Microsoft Word (.doc, .docx)
- File Size Limit: Each document must be 100 MB or less.
- Page Limit: Documents can be up to 300 pages long.
- Document Title: It's a mandatory step to add a title for your document.
- Post Description: You can include up to 3,000 characters in your post description.
🚨 As you can see, a PDF is not the only type of document you can share on LinkedIn. But since it's the most commonly used, we’ll focus on it.
How to Post a PDF Document Directly from a LinkedIn Account
1. Log in to LinkedIn
Access your LinkedIn account.
2. Initiate a Post
Click "Start a post" at the top of your homepage.
3. Add a Document
- In the pop-up, click "More" (•••)
- Select "Add a document"
4. Upload Your PDF
- Click "Upload from computer"
- Select your PDF file
Must be in PDF format and under 100 MB
5. Add Title & Description
- Add a clear title
- Write a short description to give context
6. Post It
Click "Post" to share your PDF with your network.
Scheduling PDF Documents with Native LinkedIn Scheduling vs Nuelink
Since LinkedIn already lets you schedule PDF posts with its built-in scheduler, many people wonder: “Why should I bother using a third-party tool like Nuelink?”
So, let's discover what Nuelink offer that LinkedIn scheduler don't:
1. Schedule Beyond 3 Months
LinkedIn restricts you to scheduling posts only 3 months ahead.
Nuelink lets you plan content for the next 6 months, 12 months, or even 2 years, no restrictions.
2. Edit Scheduled Posts
If you make a typo or need to reschedule, LinkedIn requires you to delete the post and start over, while Nuelink lets you edit the post directly.
3. Get Real Analytics
When you schedule a PDF document on LinkedIn, the built-in scheduler provides only basic performance metrics. Nuelink, on the other hand, offers detailed analytics and allows you to export reports as PDFs.
4 Schedule First Comments
If you want to add hashtags, links, or additional context in the first comment of your scheduled PDF document, LinkedIn doesn’t support that. Nuelink allows you to schedule the first comment along with your post.
Final Verdict
LinkedIn’s native scheduler is a good option for occasional, one-off posts.
But if you're a content creator serious about growing on the platform, it likely won’t be enough; using a third-party tool like Nuelink is a smarter, more scalable choice.
How to Schedule PDF Documents on LinkedIn Using Nuelink
Step 1: Open a Nuelink account
Start scheduling your LinkedIn Carousel PDF posts (and more) by signing up for a 14-day free trial.
👉 Claim your free 14-day Nuelink trial
Step 2: Connect your LinkedIn account to Nuelink
Connect your LinkedIn profile or company page to Nuelink in just a few clicks.
Step 3: Click on ‘Create Post’
From the left sidebar, click ‘Create Post’ to start.
Step 4: Choose a Collection and LinkedIn Channel
- Under Collection, pick where this post should go (e.g., “Content Series”).
- Under Social Channels, choose your LinkedIn profile or page.
Step 5: Write Your Caption
Add your post caption, hashtags, and emojis.
Want help writing? Use NueAI:
- Type a prompt in the editor
- Click the NueAI button
- Then click Prompt
Step 6: Upload Your PDF Document
Scroll down to the media section and upload your PDF file.
Step 7: Preview Your Post
Check the Preview pane to make sure everything looks great.
Step 8: Set the Schedule
- Click on Schedule Once
- Choose the exact date and time you want it to go live
Step 9: Click ‘Schedule’
When you’re ready, hit Schedule, and you’re done.
Your LinkedIn PDF Carousel post is officially in the queue! 🎯
🎥 Watch this quick video tutorial to see it in action.
