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So far so good. I don't particularly like receiving notification of pricing terms after I've done the work of filling in the form(s). You should present pricing up front. Otherwise, I appreciate the service you're providing.
2014-05-16
What do you like best?
It is a simple process to upload, fill out typed forms, e-sign, and save/print externally.
What do you dislike?
I have not been able to drag and drop from outlook '07. The additional step of saving a document locally and then uploading seems unnecessary.
Recommendations to others considering the product:
This is a very intuitive product that can one can pick up and become proficient with little training or experience.
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I have been able to keep from printing countless documents that only need a quick signature only to be scanned in again and emailed out. There is a huge time saving as well being able to cut out those middle steps.
It is a simple process to upload, fill out typed forms, e-sign, and save/print externally.
What do you dislike?
I have not been able to drag and drop from outlook '07. The additional step of saving a document locally and then uploading seems unnecessary.
Recommendations to others considering the product:
This is a very intuitive product that can one can pick up and become proficient with little training or experience.
What problems are you solving with the product? What benefits have you realized?
I have been able to keep from printing countless documents that only need a quick signature only to be scanned in again and emailed out. There is a huge time saving as well being able to cut out those middle steps.
2019-02-25
What do you like best?
The upside is that it's very efficient and expedites completing forms effectively. I have used other software and didn't find them to be easy to navigate or efficient.
What do you dislike?
The downside is that sometimes the text doesn't align when filling in forms I have to complete from other service industries. Also, when PDFfiller is the default PDF it does not print without having to refresh several times.
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This software is really good and does make my administrative work easier and less tedious. There are some quirks but when I have experienced them, the support received was expedient and exceeded my expectations.
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It has really helped me to complete the necessary documents in a timely manner when there are no glitches. I love the easy access to my documents when completed.
The upside is that it's very efficient and expedites completing forms effectively. I have used other software and didn't find them to be easy to navigate or efficient.
What do you dislike?
The downside is that sometimes the text doesn't align when filling in forms I have to complete from other service industries. Also, when PDFfiller is the default PDF it does not print without having to refresh several times.
Recommendations to others considering the product:
This software is really good and does make my administrative work easier and less tedious. There are some quirks but when I have experienced them, the support received was expedient and exceeded my expectations.
What problems are you solving with the product? What benefits have you realized?
It has really helped me to complete the necessary documents in a timely manner when there are no glitches. I love the easy access to my documents when completed.
2020-02-05
This is the first app that I found that… the process to combine two files onto one page was simple.
This is the first app that I found that it will actually let you combine two files onto one page simply. The only bummer was that I had to convert the .pdf file into a .jpeg first before I could combine them together.
2024-08-02
Dont have a printer but can have the forms ready for when i find 1
Was in a tight spot with not having a printer and such. the 1 month free trial with everthing I'm having to deal with right now has help make it slightly easier. I can get everything filled out and have it ready for a printer when I'm able to reach it! Thank you it helped a bunch. all I had to do was google the forms n a link to the form n this website popped up and was able to start filling it out right away. thank you again!
2022-10-14
Great but just too expensive
Great but just too expensive. Especially considering we are already subscribed to so many other SaaS, this feels over priced.
2021-10-20
It was frustrating at the beginning. I don't know how to rename a document. I will try and read the manual within the next week. I will attend the webinar.
2021-10-07
Ryan - Support Team
Ryan on the Support Team was extremely helpful and patient. He walked me through all of the steps to complete the form to my satisfaction. Thank you Ryan for teaching me!
2020-05-21
It met what I needed but there is a problem with text fonts. In my case I needed a specific font and I couldn't find it, it would be interesting if it were possible to include a new font.
2025-06-11
How to Use the Black Out Numbers Pdf Feature
The Black Out Numbers Pdf feature is a powerful tool that allows you to easily redact sensitive information from your PDF documents. Follow these simple steps to make the most out of this feature:
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Access the pdfFiller website or open the pdfFiller app on your device.
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Sign in to your pdfFiller account. If you don't have an account yet, you can easily create one for free.
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Upload the PDF document that you want to black out numbers from. You can do this by clicking on the 'Upload' button and selecting the file from your computer or by dragging and dropping the file into the designated area.
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Once the document is uploaded, click on the 'Black Out Numbers' tool from the toolbar on the left side of the screen.
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Select the numbers that you want to black out by clicking and dragging your cursor over them. You can also use the 'Select All' option to black out all the numbers in the document.
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After selecting the numbers, click on the 'Black Out' button to redact them. The selected numbers will be replaced with black boxes, ensuring that they are no longer visible.
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If you need to make any adjustments, you can use the 'Undo' and 'Redo' buttons to modify the blacked out areas.
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Once you are satisfied with the blacked out numbers, you can save the document by clicking on the 'Save' button. You can choose to save it as a PDF or in other formats such as Word or Excel.
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You can also choose to share the blacked out document with others by clicking on the 'Share' button. This allows you to send the document via email or generate a shareable link.
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Congratulations! You have successfully used the Black Out Numbers Pdf feature to redact sensitive information from your PDF document.
By following these steps, you can ensure that your confidential information remains secure and protected. The Black Out Numbers Pdf feature is designed to make the process quick and easy, allowing you to focus on what matters most.
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How do I black out text in a PDF for free?
To black out text in a PDF online, upload your PDF document using pdfFiller's uploader. Choose the 'Blackout' button in the 'Tools' tab. You can drag the cursor to black out any text or image in your document. After blacking out the content, you can also click the 'Text' button in the 'Edit' tab and add text in your PDF.
How do I black out text on a PDF?
Open the PDF that contains the text you want to black out. Go to the Tools menu and select the Redact tool to open the Secondary Tool Bar immediately above the PDF. It includes the Redaction Tools. Choose Mark for Redaction and select OK when prompted by the pop-up window.
How do you redact text in PDF?
Open your PDF document. Switch to Edit Mode. Drag cursor over the text you want to redact to select it. Right-click over selected text and choose Edit and then Redact from the right-click menu.
How do you black out text in a paper?
Use the paper document method to redact a scanned file. Print out the paper document. Cut out the text that needs to be redacted. Use opaque tape or paper to cover the redacted sections. Scan the document and save it as a PDF.
How do you censor a PDF?
Double-click to select a word or image. Drag to select a line, block of text, object, or area. Press Ctrl as you drag to select areas of a page in a scanned document.
How do I redact on a PDF?
Open your PDF document. Switch to Edit Mode. Drag cursor over the text you want to redact to select it. Right-click over selected text and choose Edit and then Redact from the right-click menu.
How do you black out text in a PDF?
Open the PDF that contains the text you want to black out. Go to the Tools menu and select the Redact tool to open the Secondary Tool Bar immediately above the PDF. It includes the Redaction Tools. Choose Mark for Redaction and select OK when prompted by the pop-up window.
How do I black out text on a PDF for free?
To black out text in a PDF online, upload your PDF document using pdfFiller's uploader. Choose the 'Blackout' button in the 'Tools' tab. You can drag the cursor to black out any text or image in your document. After blacking out the content, you can also click the 'Text' button in the 'Edit' tab and add text in your PDF.
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