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How to Change the Font and Font Size of Comments in Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Reader (PC & Mac)

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This tutorial shows how to change the font and font size of comments in Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Reader. These steps affect the appearance of comments and markups in the Comment pane created by the tools in the Comment toolbar. Don't miss the bonus tip at the end showing how to change the font style for the Add Text Comment tool and the Add Text Box tool. Table of … [Read more...] about How to Change the Font and Font Size of Comments in Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Reader (PC & Mac)

How to Convert Web Pages and Websites to PDFs in Adobe Acrobat (PC & Mac)

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This tutorial shows how to convert web pages and websites to PDFs in Adobe Acrobat. Why Not Use a Browser Plug-in? You can use a browser plug-in to convert individual web pages to PDFs. However, Adobe Acrobat lets you convert individual web pages and entire websites to PDFs while offering more control over the process. This tutorial's companion video shows all the steps in … [Read more...] about How to Convert Web Pages and Websites to PDFs in Adobe Acrobat (PC & Mac)

How to Start Page Numbers on a Specific Page in Adobe Acrobat (PC & Mac)

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This tutorial shows how to start page numbers on a specific page in Adobe Acrobat. For general information about working with page numbers in Adobe Acrobat, please see my previous tutorial “How to Add Page Numbers to PDFs in Adobe Acrobat.” This tutorial is available as a YouTube video showing all the steps in real time. https://youtu.be/ZmhCtywIxgI Watch more than 150 … [Read more...] about How to Start Page Numbers on a Specific Page in Adobe Acrobat (PC & Mac)

How to Insert Files into Existing PDFs in Adobe Acrobat (PC & Mac)

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This tutorial shows two ways to insert files into existing PDFs in Adobe Acrobat. The first method uses the Page Thumbnails panel. This method allows you to insert files from within the main document window. The second way uses the Organize Pages toolbar. This method requires you to leave the main document window but provides an easier interface for rearranging … [Read more...] about How to Insert Files into Existing PDFs in Adobe Acrobat (PC & Mac)

How to Duplicate Pages in Adobe Acrobat (PC & Mac)

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This tutorial shows how to duplicate pages in Adobe Acrobat. There are several ways to accomplish this task, so we will focus on the two methods I believe are the most efficient. The first method shows how to duplicate pages using the Copy and Paste functions. The second method shows how to duplicate pages using keyboard shortcuts. Plus, the Pro Tip at the end shows how to … [Read more...] about How to Duplicate Pages in Adobe Acrobat (PC & Mac)

How to Use Automatic Scrolling in Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Reader (PC & Mac)

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This tutorial shows how to use automatic scrolling in Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Reader. Specifically, we will look at how to turn on and turn off automatic scrolling, and how to combine automatic scrolling with Full Screen mode. What Is Automatic Scrolling and When Is It Useful? The automatic scrolling feature automatically moves your PDF vertically on the screen from your … [Read more...] about How to Use Automatic Scrolling in Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Reader (PC & Mac)

How to Use Dark Mode in Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Reader (PC & Mac)

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Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Reader don’t have a formal Dark Mode as Microsoft Word does. However, you can create your own Dark Mode by changing the color of the interface and the page background color. Quick Links How to Change the Color of the Interface How to Change the Page Background Color This tutorial is also available as a YouTube video showing all the … [Read more...] about How to Use Dark Mode in Adobe Acrobat and Acrobat Reader (PC & Mac)

How to Add Copyright Metadata to PDFs in Adobe Acrobat (PC & Mac)

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This tutorial shows how to add copyright metadata to PDFs in Adobe Acrobat. We will also look at how to find copyright metadata after it has been added to PDFs. What Is Metadata in a PDF? Metadata is “behind the scenes” information about your PDF. It includes document properties you can create and edit such as the title, author, keywords, and security restrictions. It also … [Read more...] about How to Add Copyright Metadata to PDFs in Adobe Acrobat (PC & Mac)

How to Use the Split View in Adobe Acrobat (PC & Mac)

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We recently split a PDF into multiple files in Adobe Acrobat. But, what if you want to split a PDF into multiple views within the same tab—without creating multiple files? The solution is to use the Split view or the Spreadsheet Split view. Quick Links: How to Use the Split View How to Use the Spreadsheet Split View What Is the Difference between the Split View and the … [Read more...] about How to Use the Split View in Adobe Acrobat (PC & Mac)

How to Add Tooltips to PDFs in Adobe Acrobat (PC & Mac)

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This tutorial shows how to add tooltips to PDFs in Adobe Acrobat. Specifically, we will add tooltips to forms and navigation buttons. What Are Tooltips? Tooltips are short pieces of information that appear when users hover their cursor over interactive elements. Tooltips are spoken by screen reading software. Therefore, ensure that your tooltips provide additional … [Read more...] about How to Add Tooltips to PDFs in Adobe Acrobat (PC & Mac)