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    Add text to a PDF

    Add text, annotations, or comments to your PDF.

    Accepted source formats

    PDF

    How it works

    1

    Open your PDF file

    2

    Click to add text where you want

    3

    Download the annotated PDF

    Common mistakes

    • Using a source file of poor quality.
    • Publishing without checking the final result.
    • Confusing file size, dimensions and quality.
    • Overwriting the original file without keeping a copy.

    Pro tips

    • Always keep an original version.
    • Test several settings before downloading.
    • Use WebP for the web when possible.
    • Choose descriptive file names for SEO.

    Privacy guaranteed

    Your files are processed locally in your browser and are never uploaded to our servers.

    Add text to PDF for free

    Insert text anywhere on your PDF documents for free and without signup. Annotate, comment, or add missing information directly on your files. Ideal for filling forms, adding notes, or completing documents. Annotate, edit and insert text anywhere on the page: choose font, size, color and exact position to sign, comment or complete a form.

    Customize font, size, and text color

    Choose from different fonts, adjust text size, and select the perfect color. Create bold, italic, or underlined text to match your document style or make your annotations stand out.

    Fill non-interactive PDF forms

    Some PDF forms are not interactive and don't allow direct typing. Our tool lets you add text to these input areas to fill any form, even old scanned documents.

    Add annotations and comments

    Annotate your PDFs with notes, review comments, or important remarks. Perfect for document proofreading, corrections, or team collaboration. Added text becomes part of the final PDF.

    Position text precisely

    Place your text exactly where you want with drag-and-drop positioning. Preview the result in real-time and adjust position until you get the perfect result. Navigate between pages to add text on multiple sheets.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Yes, multiple fonts are available along with bold, italic, and underline options.

    Yes, choose from a color palette or enter a custom color code.

    No, you can add new text but not edit the original PDF text.

    Yes, text can be repositioned by drag and drop before finalizing.

    Yes, added text is integrated into the PDF and can be found by search.
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