Why is deforestation still such a huge problem if we are using less and less paper?

Question

As we covert to a more digital world, why is there still a “need” for so many trees? Is it just for farmland/livestock acres or other products?

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Paper is generally made from managed woods where the loggers replant trees after they harvest from a specific region. Same goes for most timber used in construction. The era of clear cutting to make paper ended 50-100 years ago.

The places like South America that are having deforestation problems are having them not because people are wanting the trees to make things. It is a problem because people are clearing the land for other things. Mostly Farms and Ranches, but also the building of towns and cities. They are literally taking the space and not allowing the trees to grow back.