Can I edit existing text in a PDF?

You can add new text anywhere on the page. To modify existing text, use the whiteout tool to cover the old text and type new text over it.

What fonts are available?

RedaktPDF includes 33 built-in fonts covering serif, sans-serif, and monospace families. You can also set custom sizes and colors.

Yes. Text is embedded directly in the PDF and will appear in print exactly as it does on screen.

Click anywhere on the page and start typing. Pick from 33 fonts, choose your color, and download instantly. No software to install.

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Click anywhere on a PDF page to place a text cursor. Start typing immediately — no menus, no modal dialogs.

Choose from 33 professionally curated fonts including serif, sans-serif, and monospace families. Fonts load lazily for fast page rendering.

Set any font size and pick from a full color palette. Match the existing document style or create contrast for annotations.

RedaktPDF uses ink-density analysis to detect bold text in scanned documents, so OCR results preserve the original formatting.

Your file is encrypted in the browser. The server stores only ciphertext and never reads your document content.

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Drag and drop your file into the upload area, or click to browse. Files up to 50 MB are supported.

Select the text tool, click on the page where you want text to appear, and start typing. Adjust font, size, and color from the toolbar.

When you’re done, hit save. Your text is embedded directly into the PDF — it’s not an overlay.

Can I edit existing text in a PDF?: You can add new text anywhere on the page. To modify existing text, use the whiteout tool to cover the old text and type new text over it.
What fonts are available?: RedaktPDF includes 33 built-in fonts covering serif, sans-serif, and monospace families. You can also set custom sizes and colors.
Will added text show when I print?: Yes. Text is embedded directly in the PDF and will appear in print exactly as it does on screen.

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