How to Edit a PDF on iPhone

Using the Markup Tool in the Files App

The Markup tool in the Files app is a built-in feature that allows you to edit and annotate PDFs on your iPhone. Here’s how to use it:

1. Open the Files app on your iPhone and locate the PDF you want to edit.

2. Tap on the PDF to open it. Then, tap on the Markup icon (the one that looks like a pencil).

3. Use the tools at the bottom of the screen to add text, draw shapes, highlight text, and more. You can also use the color picker to change the color of your annotations.

4. When you’re finished editing the PDF, tap on Done to save your changes. You can then share the edited PDF with others via email, AirDrop, or any other sharing method supported by your iPhone.

Note that the Markup tool is not as powerful as dedicated PDF editing apps, but it’s a quick and easy way to make simple edits to a PDF file on your iPhone without needing to download any additional software.

Editing PDFs with Adobe Acrobat Reader

Adobe Acrobat Reader is a free PDF reader app that also comes with a range of editing features. Here’s how to use it to edit a PDF on your iPhone:

1. Download and install Adobe Acrobat Reader from the App Store.

2. Open the app and navigate to the PDF you want to edit.

3. Tap on the Edit icon (the one that looks like a pencil) at the bottom of the screen.

4. Use the editing tools at the bottom of the screen to add text, draw shapes, highlight text, and more. You can also use the color picker to change the color of your annotations.

5. When you’re finished editing the PDF, tap on the checkmark icon to save your changes.

6. You can then share the edited PDF with others via email, AirDrop, or any other sharing method supported by your iPhone.

Adobe Acrobat Reader is a powerful PDF editor that can handle more complex editing tasks than the Markup tool in the Files app. However, some advanced features may require a paid subscription to Adobe Acrobat DC.

Using a Third-Party PDF Editor App

If you need more advanced PDF editing features than what’s available in the Markup tool or Adobe Acrobat Reader, you may want to consider using a third-party PDF editor app. Here are some popular options:

1. PDF Expert: PDF Expert is a powerful PDF editor that allows you to add text, images, and signatures to your PDFs, as well as edit and annotate them.

2. Foxit PDF: Foxit PDF is another popular PDF editor app that offers a range of editing features, including the ability to add text, images, and annotations to your PDFs.

3. GoodReader: GoodReader is a versatile app that can handle a wide range of file types, including PDFs. It offers a range of editing features, including the ability to add text, images, and annotations, as well as merge and split PDFs.

4. PDFelement: PDFelement is a comprehensive PDF editor app that allows you to edit, annotate, and sign PDFs, as well as convert them to other file formats.

Keep in mind that many third-party PDF editor apps require a paid subscription or in-app purchases to unlock all of their features.

Annotating PDFs with Apple Books

Apple Books is a built-in app on your iPhone that allows you to read and annotate PDFs. Here’s how to annotate a PDF with Apple Books:

1. Open the Apple Books app on your iPhone and navigate to the PDF you want to annotate.

2. Tap on the PDF to open it.

3. Use the tools at the bottom of the screen to add notes, highlight text, and underline text. You can also use the color picker to change the color of your annotations.

4. To access your annotations later, tap on the table of contents icon at the top of the screen, then tap on the Notes tab.

5. You can share the annotated PDF with others via email, AirDrop, or any other sharing method supported by your iPhone.

Note that while Apple Books allows you to make basic annotations to a PDF, it does not offer as many editing features as dedicated PDF editor apps.

Converting PDFs to Editable Formats with Online Tools

If you need to edit a PDF on your iPhone but don’t have access to a dedicated PDF editor app, you can convert the PDF to an editable format using an online tool. Here are some popular options:

1. Smallpdf: Smallpdf is a free online tool that allows you to convert PDFs to editable formats like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

2. Online-Convert: Online-Convert is another free online tool that allows you to convert PDFs to a range of editable formats, including Word, Excel, and HTML.

3. Adobe Acrobat Online: Adobe Acrobat Online is a paid service that allows you to convert PDFs to editable formats, as well as edit PDFs online.

Keep in mind that while online tools can be a convenient way to convert a PDF to an editable format, they may not always preserve the formatting of the original PDF. Additionally, uploading sensitive documents to online tools can pose a security risk, so make sure to use a reputable service and take necessary precautions to protect your data.