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Need to fill in a form, highlight, or add a signature to a PDF? Learn how to do it with free tools built into Microsoft Edge on Windows and Preview on Mac.
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Need to fill in a PDF form, highlight something, or add your signature? You don't need Adobe Acrobat Pro. Here's how to do it with tools already on your Windows computer or Mac.
Windows: Microsoft Edge
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Open the PDF in Edge
Right-click the PDF, select Open with, then Microsoft Edge.
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Fill in form fields
Click a field and type. Not all PDFs have fillable fields.
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Mark it up
Use Add text, Draw, or Highlight on the toolbar. To sign, use Draw to write your signature.
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Save it
Select Save as to keep a copy with your changes.
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Mac: Preview
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Open the PDF in Preview
Double-click the PDF. If it opens in another app, Control-click it and choose Open With > Preview.
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Show the Markup toolbar
Select the Markup button (pen tip icon).
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Add text or a signature
Use the Text tool to type, or the Sign button to create a signature with your trackpad or camera.
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Save it
Select File > Save, or File > Export as PDF to keep the original.
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Signing official documents?
A drawn signature isn't the same as a verified electronic signature. If an office needs a specific signature process, follow their instructions.
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