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Easy to use with very good features of how text can be manipulated on form. I'm completely impressed of how great the resulted form looked. Glad I decided to become a member.
Ngoc T
2014-05-28
PDFfiler allowed me to create a far superior MO Real Estate Disclosure form. It allowed me to edit to my heart's content, rather than scratching handwritten stuff out and ending up with such a mess that i had to hand write another copy. The end result was far more professional looking than a handwritten form. About a 5 minute learning curve and the software functioned perfectly. After editing, I was able to save the pdf to my computer, send it by email, print it, and some other stuff that I didn't use. PDFfiler can also get remote signatures.
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2015-06-26
Using this site to fill out divorce paperwork. Sometimes the text is too big for the field I'm in, but other than that I think that the site is awesome.
Julie D
2018-02-26
Easy to use once I figured it out - with 3 jobs it has become mandatory to use/edit pdf which I have been trying to avoid. Thanks! Update: Still liking this program!
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2019-04-04
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The dashboard is well laid out and intuitive. It is easy to figure out the functions of buttons without referring to FAQ.
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There is a little bit of a disconnect when saving your file, it's not always easy to figure where it is being saved.
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For us it has eliminated the need to download, then print a document, fill out the blank fields, then scan it and email it to the requestor.
User in Media Production
2019-01-02
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What's there not to like? I mean this is the best application I've ever had for making changes to docs, signing docs and editing docs.
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Nothing! I really enjoy this product and I think it's priced fair as well!
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I have 2 companies that I utilize one billing system for. PDFfiller allows me to edit the logo and name on the invoice to reflect the 2nd company. Saves an enormous amount of time and confusion for the clients that belong to both companies.
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2019-05-22
pdfFiller Review Easy to use and one of the best software to use to sign documents. Also great when you need to edit pdf files. There were some issues when I tried to fill documents online. Find that I have to download the document.
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2022-11-03
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Instructions and Help about Protect Highlight Text For Free

Protect Highlight Text: easy document editing

As PDF is the most popular file format used for business operations, the best PDF editing tool is vital.

Even if you hadn't used PDF for your documents before, you can switch to it anytime — it's simple to convert any file format into PDF. This makes creating and sharing most document types simple. Multiple different files containing different types of data can be combined within one PDF. It is perfect for basic presentations and easy-to-read reports.

Though numerous online solutions provide PDF editing features, only a few of them allow adding e-signatures, collaborating with others etc.

Use pdfFiller to edit documents, annotate and convert into other formats; add your e-signature and fill out, or send out to other users. All you need is in just one browser window. You don’t need to install any programs.

To edit PDF form you need to:

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Drag and drop a document from your device.
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Upload a document from the cloud storage (Google Drive, Box, Dropbox, One Drive and others).
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Browse the Legal library.
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Open the Enter URL tab and insert the link to your file.
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Get the form you need in the online library using the search.

Once you uploaded the document, it’s saved and can be found in the “My Documents” folder.

Use powerful editing features such as typing text, annotating, blacking out and highlighting. Change a page order. Once a document is completed, download it to your device or save it to cloud storage. Ask your recipient to complete the fields. Add images into your PDF and edit its appearance. Add fillable fields and send documents for signing.

Protect Highlight Text Feature

The Protect Highlight Text feature offers you an efficient way to emphasize key information while ensuring its security. You can safeguard important sections of your documents without compromising clarity. This feature simplifies your work, making it easier to highlight and manage critical text.

Key Features

Secure highlighting of important text
Easy toggle between view and edit modes
Customizable settings for different user permissions
Intuitive interface for seamless integration with your workflow

Use Cases and Benefits

Perfect for educational materials to protect answers or critical notes
Ideal for legal documents where confidentiality is crucial
Useful for collaborative projects that require selective sharing of information
Enhances clarity in presentations by highlighting essential points while maintaining control over visibility

By using the Protect Highlight Text feature, you resolve the common issue of unauthorized access to sensitive information. You ensure that critical text remains visible only to intended viewers while protecting your content from unapproved changes. This feature not only enhances security but also boosts your productivity, allowing you to focus on what matters most.

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Below is a list of the most common customer questions. If you can’t find an answer to your question, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
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First, select an annotation using the Select tool, or select several of them using the Lasso select tool. You can now lock the annotation by clicking the Lock icon, a padlock, on the toolbar. You can also right-click on the annotation, scroll down to Selection on the pop-up menu and then over to Lock.
Highlight PDF Text Go to the “Comment” tab and select “Highlight”. Use your cursor to select the text you want to highlight. If you are looking highlight a large area of text, you also have the option of using the “Area Highlight” Button.
Click on the cursor tool in your toolbar, then highlight the text you'd like to edit. Right-click on the highlighted copy, and you'll be given a series of options including “Highlight Text,” “Replace Text” and “Add Note to Text.” Save your document by going to the “File” menu and clicking “Save.”
Check Advanced>Security>Show Security Properties for the list of what you can specifically restrict on an individual PDF. You can specifically Restrict 'Filling of Form Fields' on the PDF, and have the security model be a password. The rep knows the password that makes the form editable, but the client doesn't.

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