PDF files are one of the most popular and widely used file types in many fields, whether it is for work or study. We often need to modify PDF files to add signatures, edit text, etc.
Although there are many programs specifically designed for editing PDF files, there are extensions for Chrome that provide a variety of tools and features that allow users to easily edit PDF files while using Navigator.
The functions of these extensions include the ability to add and remove pages, attach files and convert them to other formats (such as Word or Excel files, etc.).
Below we mention the 5 most popular Chrome extensions for editing PDF files:
1- Add Adobe Acrobat:
With Adobe Acrobat add-ons, you can edit and print PDFs, add signatures, and fill out forms, all for free. After installing this extension, you can access it from the button that appears in the toolbar and choose what to do with your PDF file by selecting one of the available editing tools. After selecting a specific tool, you will be taken directly to the Adobe Acrobat website where you can drag and drop files to make changes.
You can also convert or compress PDF files to Microsoft Word, JPG, Excel, or PowerPoint formats, or convert Office files or images to PDF directly in the add-on window. Simply drag and drop the file to the specified location or use the Choose File button.
2- Add Smallpdf:
Smallpdf offers a suite of PDF editing tools. With this plugin, you can compress, edit, merge, split PDF files, add signatures, and more. You can also convert PDF files to documents or images and vice versa.
After installing an extension in Chrome, you can access the extension window using the button that appears on the toolbar. Then select the tool you want to edit the file with and the Smallpdf website will open directly so you can start editing.
After editing the PDF file, select (Apply Changes), then (Download), (Export), or (Publish) to share it.
3- Add PDF Editor Extension:
After installing the PDF Editor Extension in Chrome browser, a button will appear on the toolbar. Click on it and you can start editing PDF files with the plugin.
Select the pages you want to work on, then use the tools on the left to edit the PDF, adding shapes, fonts, annotations, and text. You can also change specific sections, delete pages, and compress files. When you're done making changes, select "Save" and then "Finish/Download" to get the updated file.
4- Add the FormSwift PDF Editor:
With FormSwift PDF Editor, you can open, edit and sign PDF files in different ways. You can upload documents in the attached window or start editing PDF files found online or in your email.
After selecting the editing tool, you will be redirected to the FormSwift website where you can start editing your PDF. There you can add text, bookmarks, images, and more.
In addition, you can use the keyboard or mouse to highlight or delete specific sections of text or add signatures. Your changes will also be saved automatically. When done, select (Download PDF) to save the file or (Email recipient) to email it.
5- Add a PDF Editor for Chrome:
To sign and edit PDFs, PDF Editor for Chrome displays a button that appears at the top of every PDF you open online.
After clicking the Add button, you will be redirected to the pdfFiller website where you can make changes to your file, eg b. Insert text, add signatures, add symbols, shapes, etc.
After making all the necessary changes, select (Finish) and send the document via email or SMS, or save it as a PDF or Office document.