Add Text to PDF

Add text and captions to PDF pages

Select files or drag and drop here Max file size: 100 MB · .pdf

Add Text to PDF

What is Adding Text to PDF?

Adding text to PDF is the process of inserting new text, labels, or captions onto PDF pages. It is used to add notes, watermarks, titles, or annotations to existing documents.

PdfMetric's Add Text to PDF tool adds text in your browser. Files are never sent to servers; processing is free and private. You can add notes and labels without signing up.

When Should You Use It?

  • Notes: Add comments, explanations, or reminders to a PDF
  • Watermarks: Add stamps like "Draft" or "Confidential"
  • Header/footer: Add page numbers, dates, or document titles
  • Highlighting: Mark important areas with text

Advantages

  • Flexible placement: Place text wherever you want on the page
  • Browser-based: No upload to servers; privacy protected
  • Free: Unlimited use, no signup required
  • Practical: Quick way to add notes or stamps

Frequently Asked Questions

This tool is usually for adding new text. To change existing text in the PDF, you need a full-featured PDF editor.

Yes, many tools offer font, size, and color options. The exact options depend on the tool.

How to Use

  1. Upload your PDF: Upload the PDF file you want to add text to.
  2. Enter text: Type the text and adjust font, size, and color if available.
  3. Position: Drag the text to the desired place on the page or enter coordinates.
  4. Download: Download your PDF with the added text.

Tip: Test the position on a sample page first, then apply to all pages if needed.

Tool Info
  • Accepted formats: .pdf
  • Max file size: 100 MB
  • Processing: Browser
Your Privacy

Your files are processed entirely in your browser and never uploaded to our servers.