Make Scanned PDF Documents Editable

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Make Scanned PDF Documents Editable

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Make Scanned PDF Documents Editable is a powerful feature that allows you to easily convert scanned PDF documents into editable formats, saving you time and effort.

Key Features

Effortlessly convert scanned PDFs into editable formats
Retain the original formatting and layout of the document
Advanced OCR technology ensures accurate and reliable conversion
Support for multiple languages
Intuitive and user-friendly interface for easy navigation

Use Cases and Benefits

Convert scanned contracts, invoices, or receipts into editable documents to make necessary changes or updates
Transform scanned textbooks or articles into editable files for easier note-taking and referencing
Quickly edit and update scanned forms or surveys without the need to re-create them from scratch
Easily extract and modify data from scanned PDFs for data analysis or reporting purposes
Improve collaboration by converting scanned documents into editable formats that can be easily shared and edited by multiple users

Make Scanned PDF Documents Editable solves the customer's problem of dealing with non-editable scanned PDF documents. With this feature, users can effortlessly convert scanned PDFs into editable formats, allowing them to make necessary changes, updates, and extractions. This eliminates the need to manually re-type the entire document, saving both time and effort. Whether you need to edit contracts, textbooks, forms, or any other scanned document, this feature provides a reliable and accurate solution. The intuitive interface ensures a seamless experience, even for users with limited technical knowledge. Unlock the potential of your scanned PDFs and experience the convenience of Make Scanned PDF Documents Editable today!

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Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you needed to edit a scanned PDF document, but you could not do it because you did not have the right software? In the past, you probably had to print the form, fill it out by hand, sign and date it. Then, you would either scan it or send a hard copy to wherever it needed to go. Besides needing a printer and a scanner, the whole process was just too time-consuming. Now, with pdfFiller you can make a scanned PDF document editable online without downloading and installing any software. To get started, upload a scanned document to your account and open it in the editor. Any PDF document is instantly editable in pdfFiller. You can create checkboxes, drop-down lists and fillable fields for various types of data including text, numbers, signatures, initials, dates, and photos. The technique for adding fields is the same for all field types. Open the Add Fillable Fields tab on the right.

Select the field you need, for instance, the Text field, then drag and drop it where it should be in the document. Resize the field by dragging its corners or edges. Use the text formatting tools to preset the field’s text format including the font, size, color and alignment of text. It will be impossible to change the text format while filling the field.

To delete a fillable field, click on the trash can icon above it. You can add text to any scanned document. In the main toolbar, select the Text button, click where you’d like to place the text cursor and type.

To change the position of your text, click the arrow icon in the mini toolbar above, while holding down the mouse button, drag the content where you’d like to place it. Change the text size by using the tree icons above or by selecting from the drop-down list in the formatting toolbar. You can underline, italicize or make your text bold.

You can also change the font type and text color by choosing them from the respective drop-down lists in the formatting toolbar.

To add text to a scanned document, you don’t have to type, you can also copy it from any other document, e-mail or web page. You can also highlight, erase or black out any content, as well as sign and add pictures to any PDF document. When you have finished editing, click the Done button and email, print or save your document. To learn more about how to edit a PDF document online, watch the following video:

When you use pdfFiller to make scanned PDF documents editable, you create legible, professional-looking documents. And even better, you save yourself a lot of time! If you like being able to create editable PDFs online, you might be interested in a lot of other great features that pdfFiller has to offer. Some of these include creating templates, making copies of documents, converting PDF documents to Word, Excel or PowerPoint formats. Check out these tutorials to see the other great things that pdfFiller can do for you!

How to Use the Make Scanned PDF Documents Editable Feature

With the Make Scanned PDF Documents Editable feature, you can easily convert scanned PDFs into editable documents. Follow these steps to make the most of this feature:

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Log in to your pdfFiller account. If you don't have an account, you can sign up for free.
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Once you're logged in, click on 'My Forms' in the top menu.
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Select the scanned PDF document you want to make editable from your list of forms.
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Click on the 'Make Editable' button located at the top of the document preview.
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pdfFiller will automatically analyze the document and convert it into an editable format.
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Once the conversion is complete, you can start editing the document. Use the toolbar on the right side of the screen to add text, images, signatures, and more.
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If you need to make further changes, simply click on the desired element and edit it as needed.
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Once you're done editing, click on the 'Done' button to save your changes.
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You can now download the edited document in various formats, such as PDF, Word, or Excel.
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If you want to share the document with others, you can send it via email or generate a shareable link.

By following these simple steps, you can easily make scanned PDF documents editable using pdfFiller. Enjoy the convenience of editing and customizing your scanned documents with ease!

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Yes. pdfFiller.com allows you to upload documents direct from your computer. You can also choose to email the document into your account or upload the document using a URL.
Yes. You can upload a scanned document as long it in one of pdfFiller.com supported file formats. pdfFiller.com currently supports: .pdf, .doc, .docx, .ppt, .PPTX, and .txt.
To fill out a document, begin by deselecting the current function you are using or just simply click anywhere on the document and begin to type. You can then drag and move the text to your desired location.
Simply upload a document, search for a one in our PDF Search Engine or select a document from your “My Forms” Page, and click “Fill Online” button to access the Editor. Inside the Editor you will be able to add text, images, or signatures.
Your documents are accessible anytime from anywhere using any device connected to the internet. You can use a computer, smartphone, tablet, etc. Simply Login and go to “My Forms” page to Fill, Edit, Sign, Share, Print, and Fax or do anything else with the documents in your account.
To write over a document, click anywhere on the document and begin typing.
To type on/over a document, click anywhere on the document and begin typing.
Yes. Just use “Enter” to create a line break. You can also paste large chunks of text and use Enter to restructure the lines.
Yes. Just right-click on the form and click on “Paste” from the menu.
If you are entering any number, such as a date, simply use the Space button to position the digits in the right place.
To add text into your documents, begin by deselecting the current function you are using or just simply click anywhere on the document and begin to type. You can then drag and move the text to your desired location.
To adjust viewing size of forms, begin by clicking the “View” button. You can then zoom in or zoom out by dragging the adjustment bar. Furthermore, you can also select “Auto Fit” which automatically adjusts the size of the document to meet you screen's width.
Click on “View” button, then zoom in or zoom out by dragging the adjustment bar.
To change font settings, begin by clicking on the “Font” button. Furthermore, you can then change the font type, adjust the size and color. Furthermore, you can also, change text in to bold, underline, and italics.
To change font types/size or text color, begin by clicking on the “Font” button. Furthermore, you can then change the font type, adjust the size and color. Furthermore, you can also, change text in to bold, underline, and italics.
To change text to Bold, Italic or Underline, begin by clicking on the “Font” and select one of the three buttons: B (Bold), I (Italic) or U (Underline). Furthermore, you can also, change the font type, adjust the size and color.
To add check (circle or cross) icons to your documents, begin by clicking on one of the “Check”, “Circle”, and “Cross” buttons and simply drag them to your desired location on the document.
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