For a time-sensitive merge, list the inputs in the exact order readers need and note each page count. Merge once, then verify the total count and inspect every boundary page. Open the first and last pages of the final file and confirm essential links or form fields if present. Keep original PDFs unchanged so a bad output can be rebuilt. Do not distribute a file just because it opens; missing or reordered pages may be less obvious than a corrupt file.
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