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Generate new PDFs from scratch or transform existing documents into reusable templates. Type anywhere on a PDF, rewrite original PDF content, insert images or graphics, redact sensitive details, and highlight important information using an intuitive online editor.
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Say goodbye to error-prone manual hassles. Complete any PDF document electronically – even while on the go. Pre-fill multiple PDFs simultaneously or extract responses from completed forms with ease.
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Add, remove, or rearrange pages inside your PDFs in seconds. Create new documents by merging or splitting PDFs. Instantly convert edited files to various formats when you download or export them.
Collect data and approvals
Transform static documents into interactive fillable forms by dragging and dropping various types of fillable fields on your PDFs. Publish these forms on websites or share them via a direct link to capture data, collect signatures, and request payments.
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Great. However, I need to type vertical on the forms I am filling out and am not sure PDFfiller allows this process. There are two pages that I prefer to print on one page but I do not see this option when I am ready to print.
2015-02-17
Excellent service and initially I had an issue which was a user issue and not the fault of this company. This is an excellent product and excellent customer resolving my issue immediately and to my satisfaction. Completely satisfied !!!
2016-04-06
What do you like best?
Being able to type into a form that would otherwise be hard to complete.
What do you dislike?
Once document is finished, it is always like a Easter egg hunt to find its saved location on my PC. Should be in downloads folder, but guess again!
What problems are you solving with the product? What benefits have you realized?
PDF filler allows one to complete a complicated form in legible printed characters. This makes a very good impression with clients, banks and other recipients of the finished document.
Being able to type into a form that would otherwise be hard to complete.
What do you dislike?
Once document is finished, it is always like a Easter egg hunt to find its saved location on my PC. Should be in downloads folder, but guess again!
What problems are you solving with the product? What benefits have you realized?
PDF filler allows one to complete a complicated form in legible printed characters. This makes a very good impression with clients, banks and other recipients of the finished document.
2018-12-22
What do you like best?
I like the ease in completing the forms, the ease in re-locating the form is need be, able to store signatures from officers of the company
What do you dislike?
Not really a "Dislike" just challenging to adjust the fonts to fit in some of the small areas allotted for phone numbers and with the ( ) sometimes challenging to get the numbers to fit properly
Recommendations to others considering the product:
this is a time saver if you have several business forms to be completed. It's easy to use and great for referencing if you need to re-visit the form to tweek.
What problems are you solving with the product? What benefits have you realized?
Ease and time saving in completing credit applications and other business forms
I like the ease in completing the forms, the ease in re-locating the form is need be, able to store signatures from officers of the company
What do you dislike?
Not really a "Dislike" just challenging to adjust the fonts to fit in some of the small areas allotted for phone numbers and with the ( ) sometimes challenging to get the numbers to fit properly
Recommendations to others considering the product:
this is a time saver if you have several business forms to be completed. It's easy to use and great for referencing if you need to re-visit the form to tweek.
What problems are you solving with the product? What benefits have you realized?
Ease and time saving in completing credit applications and other business forms
2019-01-09
What do you like best?
I love the ability to make chanced to docs Ive already completed... and even changes to docs other have completed and sent me. Great Program!
What do you dislike?
Ive been using this for a few years and I have not found anything to dislike!
What problems are you solving with the product? What benefits have you realized?
Save paper! Save Ink! PDFfiller is helping Save the World :-)
I love the ability to make chanced to docs Ive already completed... and even changes to docs other have completed and sent me. Great Program!
What do you dislike?
Ive been using this for a few years and I have not found anything to dislike!
What problems are you solving with the product? What benefits have you realized?
Save paper! Save Ink! PDFfiller is helping Save the World :-)
2020-02-03
Great tool for conversions
Converting PDFs to spread sheets can be time consuming. This software is very functional, and eliminates the hassle.
I like being able to convert my PDFs into the proper documents for further use. Most PDFs in their original form are totally unusable. I use this function to convert the document into a spread sheet. Great time saver.
Nothing so far. Seems to be easy to use and very convenient.
2019-07-24
Very easy to use. Have saved me so much time.
Saves time by not having to re-type documents and I can just add in names on pre-typed forms. It has been instrumental for changing contracts and names on documents
I think, if it isn't in place, a way to be able to use it on your mobile device. Most often, I'm on the go and things have to be changed or modified. This could be huge for a busy person like me.
2017-11-14
Just started using it . Too early, but looks Good!
10/2/2020
I have been using PDFfiller and it is great! I am using my own PDF forms, therefore, I would rather browse the files on my computer rather drag and drop. But this is a personal preference. The drag and drop does work. I am using it to prepare and send contracts to customers and it is well accepted. I have attempted to do this with other popular word processing and spreadsheets and they are very complicated and don't work for me.
I like PDFfiller very much.
2020-10-02
Great! Just don't have the finances to pay for it!
Great, handy wee programme, shame I don't have the finances to pay for it but if I did - I would
2020-08-13
Make PDF Read Only Feature
The Make PDF Read Only feature provides a simple way to safeguard your important documents from unwanted changes. By enabling this feature, you ensure that only authorized individuals can view your PDF files, while preventing any edits or alterations.
Key Features
Restrict editing capabilities to maintain document integrity
Easy to use interface for quick setup
Compatible with various PDF readers
Secure your sensitive information from unauthorized modifications
Customizable permissions for different users
Potential Use Cases and Benefits
Protecting contracts and legal documents from alterations
Securing educational materials and research papers
Maintaining the integrity of financial reports and presentations
Safeguarding sensitive client information in business workflows
Ensuring that marketing materials are viewed as intended without changes
This feature addresses the common problem of unwanted edits and alterations in PDF documents. By using the Make PDF Read Only feature, you can confidently share your important files without worrying about how they may be changed. Empower yourself with control over your documents and preserve their original content effectively.
How to Use the Make PDF Read Only Made Simple Feature
The Make PDF Read Only Made Simple feature in pdfFiller allows you to easily make your PDF documents read-only, ensuring that the content cannot be edited or modified by anyone else. Follow these simple steps to use this feature:
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Login to your pdfFiller account and navigate to the 'My Documents' section.
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Select the PDF document you want to make read-only by clicking on it.
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Once the document is open, click on the 'More' button located at the top-right corner of the screen.
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From the dropdown menu, choose the 'Make PDF Read Only' option.
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A confirmation dialog box will appear. Click on the 'Make Read Only' button to proceed.
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Your PDF document is now read-only. It cannot be edited or modified by anyone else.
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To share the read-only PDF with others, click on the 'Share' button and choose the desired sharing method (email, link, etc.).
By following these steps, you can easily make your PDF documents read-only using the Make PDF Read Only Made Simple feature in pdfFiller. This feature provides an added layer of security and ensures that your document's content remains intact and unaltered.
Did you know?
You can easily make a closed Word document read only by changing its properties. If you need to make an opening Word document open only after editing, you can apply the Restrict Editing feature to get it done easily. Other than Restrict Editing, you also can make opening Word documents read only using the Save As Tools feature .
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How do I make a fillable PDF fordable and not editable?
Protect the document, so it is not editable. Press "Ctrl-A" to select the entire document, or click “Select" in the Editing group of the Home tab and choose “Select All." Select the "Developer" tab and click “Restrict Editing" in the Protect group. Save the document before closing it.
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