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Add text to a PDF — type anywhere on the page

Fill in forms that aren't fillable, add notes, labels or corrections.

or drop it here · paste with Ctrl+V

Processed on your device — files are never uploaded

to use this tool — every tool is free, with no daily limit.

Add Text to PDF: what you need to know

Many forms are just scanned paper with no fields to type into. With the Text tool you can click anywhere on the page and type — names, addresses, dates or notes — then move and resize the text so it lines up with the form.

You can also highlight, white-out, draw shapes and add images in the same editor. Changes are saved into a new PDF on your device.

Why use FilesForU for Add Text to PDF

Add Text to PDF in 3 steps

  1. 1

    Choose your PDF

  2. 2

    Pick the Text tool and click where you want to type

  3. 3

    Save PDF and download

Questions & answers

Can I edit the existing text in my PDF?

This adds new text on top of the page. To change existing wording, convert with PDF to Word, edit, and convert back.

Can I change font size and colour?

Yes. Select a text box to change its size and colour.

Will there be a watermark?

No. FilesForU never adds watermarks.

Are my files uploaded to your server?

No. This tool runs entirely inside your browser, so your files stay on your device. FilesForU never receives, stores or sees them.

Is it really free?

Yes. Every tool is free with a free account — no daily limit, no watermarks, and files up to 500 MB.

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