You undoubtedly have a lot of PDF files on your computer, phone, tablet, or other device if you're anything like me. While PDFs are excellent for sharing papers, editing them can be difficult. You might believe that you must purchase pricey software or employ sign-up-and-upload-capable online services. But what's this? You're not required to! On any platform, there are a variety of free and simple options to edit PDF files.
Edit PDF Files for Free on Any Device
Use Google Docs
Google Docs is a free online word processor that can open and edit PDF files. All you need is a Google account and an internet connection. To use Google Docs, go to docs.google.com and sign in with your Google account. Then, click on the "Open file picker" icon on the top right corner and select "Upload". Choose the PDF file you want to edit and click "Open". Google Docs will convert the PDF file into a Google document that you can edit as you wish. You can also add comments, suggestions, images, links, and more. When you're done, you can save the file as a PDF or any other format.
Use Microsoft Word
Microsoft Word is another popular word processor that can open and edit PDF files. If you have Microsoft Office installed on your device, you can use Word to edit PDF files offline. To use Word, open the PDF file you want to edit with Word. Word will convert the PDF file into a Word document that you can edit as you wish. You can also use the "Review" tab to add comments, track changes, and compare documents. When you're done, you can save the file as a PDF or any other format.
Use Preview (Mac) or Photos (Windows)
Preview and Photos are default apps on Mac and Windows devices that can open and edit PDF files. They are mainly used for viewing images, but they also have some basic editing features for PDF files. To use Preview or Photos, open the PDF file you want to edit with Preview or Photos. You can use the "Tools" menu (Preview) or the "Edit & Create" button (Photos) to access the editing options. You can crop, rotate, annotate, highlight, sign, and more. When you're done, you can save the file as a PDF or any other format.
Use Adobe Acrobat Reader
Adobe Acrobat Reader is a free app that can open and view PDF files on any device. It also has some editing features for PDF files, but they are limited unless you upgrade to a paid subscription. To use Adobe Acrobat Reader, download and install the app from the official website or your device's app store. Then, open the PDF file you want to edit with Adobe Acrobat Reader. You can use the "Comment" tool to add notes, stamps, drawings, and more. You can also fill out forms and sign documents. When you're done, you can save the file as a PDF or any other format.
These are some of the free and easy ways to edit PDF files on any device. I hope you found this blog post helpful and funny. If you did, please share it with your friends and leave a comment below. Thanks for reading!
