PDF Annotator
Write, draw, and highlight on your PDF
How it works
How to annotate a PDF
- 01
Drop your PDF into the upload area, or click to browse.
- 02
Pick a tool such as Highlight, Underline, Pen or Comment.
- 03
Mark up the page, and adjust colors and widths as you go.
- 04
Download your annotated PDF.
Text markup
Highlight, underline or strike through text to show what matters and what should change.
Comments and text boxes
Leave comments on any part of the page, or add text boxes with your notes.
Draw and shapes
Write freehand with the pen, or add rectangles, ellipses, lines and arrows to point things out.
Questions
Frequently asked
Will others see my annotations?
Yes. Annotations are saved in the PDF, so they appear in other PDF viewers.
What is the difference between Annotate and Edit PDF?
The annotator is built for review: highlights, underlines, comments and drawings. Edit PDF adds content such as text, images and whiteout to the page.
How long does it take to annotate a PDF?
Just a few seconds for most files. Drop in your file, click the button and download the result.
Is PDF Annotator free?
Yes. It is free to use, with no sign-up and no watermarks added to your files.
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