About the Add Text to PDF
Fill in PDFs that don't have form fields, add notes or labels, and mark checkboxes. Click Add text, type, drag it into position and download the updated PDF.
Key features
- Type text anywhere on any page
- Sans-serif, serif and monospace fonts
- Any size and color
- Drag to position, drag the corner to resize
- Quick buttons for today's date and X marks
- Private: runs in your browser
Fill in and annotate PDFs
Many PDFs (application forms, worksheets, invoices, certificates) aren't fillable. Add text anywhere on the page: your name, address, answers, notes, dates or check marks, then download the completed PDF.
How to add text
- Upload your PDF.
- Click Add text and type in the bar above the page.
- Drag the text box onto the right spot.
- Change the font, size and color if needed.
- Repeat on other pages, then Download PDF.
Handy shortcuts
| Button | Adds |
|---|---|
| Add date | Today's date, e.g. 21 Oct 2026 |
| Add X mark | An X for checkboxes |
| Add text | A text box you can edit |
Tips for neat forms
- Match the form's font size, usually 10–12 pt.
- Zoom with your browser (Ctrl and +) for precise placement on small boxes.
- Use the same font throughout for a consistent look.
Related tools
Sign the PDF, add page numbers, or add a watermark.
How to use the Add Text to PDF
- Drag and drop your files into the upload area, or click Choose files.
- Set any options, such as quality, page size or page ranges.
- Click the convert button. Processing happens right in your browser.
- Download each result individually, or all of them as a ZIP.