Write Annotations on a PDF

The free version of Adobe Acrobat Reader is all you need to hand-write on PDF documents! You can also fill & sign PDFs without needing to purchase the Pro version.

1. Download and launch Acrobat Reader.

2. Open your PDF in Acrobat Reader

3. Choose the Draw Freehand icon from the vertical toolbar.

   

4. Adjust the zoom to a comfortable level.

5. Use your touchscreen stylus or finger to write on the PDF.

6. If you make a mistake, you can select the Eraser Tool to scribble out the writing, use Control-Z on your keyboard, or select the Edit menu, and Undo.

7. When you've finished writing on your PDF, select Save As from the File menu. That will save a new copy of the PDF with your writing included.