<ul class="summary-list"><li>You can find free <keyword id="172180" type="TECHNOLOGY" weightage="60" keywordseo="PDF">PDF</keyword> editors on the internet, but their most important features tend to be behind a paywall.</li><li>Most PDF editors are web apps that work on both <keyword id="6354717" type="DEFINITION" weightage="60" keywordseo="Windows">Windows</keyword> and Mac, though some have <keyword id="154909" type="ORGANIZATION" weightage="60" keywordseo="Desktop">desktop</keyword> apps as well.</li><li>Here we recommend five PDF editors that you can use for free, with breakdowns of their various features.</li></ul><p>Free PDF viewers are easy to find. In addition to <keyword id="3348908" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="Adobe-Acrobat-Reader">Adobe Acrobat Reader</keyword>, many programs can display PDF files, but finding a good free <keyword id="3524937" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="PDF-editor">PDF editor</keyword> - a program that allows you to edit and save an existing PDF - is a more challenging proposition. </p><p>The problem is that virtually all of the programs capable of editing PDF files try to sell you on added features, whether that's a monthly subscription or a "freemium" model that offers basic features for free, but charges for premium capabilities. </p><h2><strong>The best free PDF editors </strong></h2><p>While it can be difficult to find a good free PDF editor, it's not impossible. Most offer cloud-based web apps, though there are also PDF editing programs that can run from a desktop app. </p><p>Here are five PDF editors you might want to use.</p><h3><strong>PDFescape</strong></h3><p><a href="https://www.pdfescape.com/windows/">PDFescape</a> has been around for a long time and has a somewhat dated look, but it's obvious how to upload PDF files and then use the tools to add text, images, and form fields. PDFescape runs for free in a web browser, though if you want to use the desktop app or use some of the premium features, you'll need to subscribe starting at $2.99 per month. </p><div type="image" title="How to find a free PDF editor 1" height="1517" width="2696" msid="82641075" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>Pros: </strong></p><ul><li>Very easy to use</li><li>Basic features are free</li></ul><p><strong>Cons: </strong></p><ul><li>Interface is dated</li><li>File size and page limits (free version is limited to 10 MB and 100 pages)</li><li>No optical character recognition (OCR)</li></ul><h3><strong>Smallpdf</strong></h3><p><a href="https://smallpdf.com/edit-pdf">Smallpdf</a> is a simple and easy-to-use web-based PDF editor that is a great choice if your editing needs are modest but you need fast results. To get started, just upload a PDF and then use the small toolbar at the top of the webpage to add text and graphics or choose from a handful of tools in the menu. The free version is web-only with limited editing tools, but the features expand substantially if you pay for the Pro plan, which costs $108 a year for one user. </p><div type="image" title="How to find a free PDF editor 2" height="1544" width="2746" msid="82641080" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>Pros:</strong></p><ul><li>Great interface</li><li>Large selection of file converters</li></ul><p><strong>Cons:</strong></p><ul><li>Limited suite of tools</li><li>Limited free plan - just two documents per day</li><li>The premium subscription is expensive </li></ul><h3><strong>PDF Candy</strong></h3><p><a href="https://pdfcandy.com/">PDF Candy</a> takes an app-like approach to PDF editing, in the sense that everything you might want to do is a different icon accessed from a central landing page. That makes PDF Candy easy to use - select the task, upload the file, and let the app do its thing. However, the lack of a single interface can make using it feel disjointed. It's as if every feature - from editing text to rearranging pages within the document to extracting images from the PDF - was a different app on your smartphone. The paid plan removes your hourly task limits, and you can get a lifetime license for $99.</p><div type="image" title="How to find a free PDF editor 3" height="1803" width="3205" msid="82641081" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>Pros: </strong></p><ul><li>A large number of features, though many of those are file converters</li><li>OCR can extract text from PDF</li></ul><p><strong>Cons:</strong></p><ul><li>Free plan limited to two tasks every two hours</li><li>File size limited to 10 MB</li><li>Interface is disjointed</li></ul><h3><strong>PDF-XChange Editor</strong></h3><p>Unlike other options in this list which are primarily web-based, <a href="https://pdf-xchange.eu/pdf-xchange-editor/index.htm">PDF-XChange Editor</a> is available only as a desktop app for Windows. While there are both free and paid versions of the program (the paid version starts at $46 per year), the only restriction is that PDFs in the free version are saved with a watermark. The app is full-featured and includes a wealth of editing and document management features as well as the ability to extract and edit text in the PDF using OCR. </p><div type="image" title="How to find a free PDF editor 4" height="1577" width="2803" msid="82641082" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>Pros:</strong></p><ul><li>A wealth of editing features</li><li>OCR can extract text from PDF</li><li>No file size, page, or time restrictions on free version</li></ul><p><strong>Cons:</strong></p><ul><li>Program is for Windows only</li><li>Free version adds watermark to PDFs</li></ul><h3><strong>Apple Preview</strong></h3><p>A few of the options in this list are Windows-only; this one is only for the Mac. Apple Preview is built into MacOS and is the default PDF viewer. But click the markup button near the search bar and you'll see a new toolbar with options to add text, graphics, signatures, and more to your PDFs. It's missing some of the more generous document management and editing features - there's no OCR, for example - but it's included with your Mac and there's nothing to buy. </p><div type="image" title="How to find a free PDF editor 5" height="941" width="1505" msid="82641084" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>Pros:</strong></p><ul><li>Included with your Mac</li><li>The editing tools are built into the default PDF viewer</li><li>Easy to use</li></ul><p><strong>Cons:</strong></p><ul><li>Only for Macs</li><li>No OCR</li><li>Lacks a wealth of editing tools</li></ul><h2><strong>How to choose a free PDF editor</strong></h2><p>PDF editors vary significantly, so you should zero in on the ones that have the specific features you need. 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<ul class="summary-list"><li dir="ltr">You can digitally sign a <keyword id="172180" type="TECHNOLOGY" weightage="60" keywordseo="PDF">PDF</keyword> in several different ways.</li><li dir="ltr">The most popular software for digitally signing PDFs is <keyword id="3348908" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="Adobe-Acrobat-Reader">Adobe Acrobat Reader</keyword>, but other options exist on PCs, Macs, the internet, and mobile apps.</li></ul><p>These days, many people don't own a printer or scanner, and with so many people working from home, something as simple as signing a document can quickly become tedious and frustrating. Fortunately, technology has come a long way, and it's now possible to sign a PDF document digitally - no more printing or scanning required. Here's our guide on how to digitally sign a PDF so you don't have to buy printer ink again.</p><h2><strong>How to sign a PDF using Adobe Acrobat Reader</strong></h2><p>Adobe Acrobat Reader, the most popular PDF viewing software, has an electronic <keyword id="52722" type="ENTERTAINMENT" weightage="60" keywordseo="signature">signature</keyword> method that works for both PCs and Macs.<br /><br /></p><ol><li>Right-click (or Ctrl-click) on the PDF file you need to sign. Hover your cursor over "Open with" and click on "Adobe Acrobat Reader."</li><li>Click on the Fill &amp; Sign icon, which is represented by a calligraphy pen. <br /><br /><div type="image" title="How_to_digitally_sign_a_PDF_ _1" height="1080" width="1582" msid="81658926" hostid="261"></div></li><li>Click "Sign," then click "Add Signature." If you want to add your initials instead, click "Add Initials." <br /> <div type="image" title="How to digitally sign a PDF   2" height="1080" width="1920" msid="81658927" hostid="261"></div></li><li>In the field that appears, you are given the option to type your signature, draw it in using the mouse, or upload an image of it. Click on the option you prefer and fill in your signature. When you're finished, click "Apply."<br /> <div type="image" title="How to digitally sign a PDF   3" height="1080" width="1920" msid="81658928" hostid="261"></div></li><li>Click on the spot where you want your signature to appear. It will be recorded as its own field on the PDF. You can then resize and reposition the signature as needed. <br /> <div type="image" title="How to digitally sign a PDF   4" height="1080" width="1920" msid="81658929" hostid="261"></div></li></ol><p><br />When you're finished, make sure you save the PDF so that you don't lose your work. You might want to save the PDF under a new name to differentiate your signed version from the unsigned version.</p><h2><strong>How to sign a PDF on a <keyword id="62949" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="MaC">Mac</keyword> using <keyword id="1642" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="preview">Preview</keyword></strong></h2><p>Mac computers include a program called Preview that lets you digitally sign PDFs.<br /><br /></p><ol><li>Open the PDF in Preview.</li><li>Click on the "Sign" button, which resembles a signature. If you don't see this button right away, click the "Show Markup Toolbar" icon. The Sign button should be visible once the Markup Toolbar is shown.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="Screen_Shot_2021 03 23_at_3_25_10_PM" height="209" width="688" msid="81658930" hostid="261"></div></li><li>From there, you can create a signature in three different ways: by using your finger on the trackpad, by taking a picture of your signature using your Mac's camera, or by using your finger or Apple Pencil on your iPhone or iPad and syncing it with your Mac. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process in the method you prefer.</li><li>Click on the "Sign" button once more, and then click on the signature you just created. From there, you can place the signature in the appropriate spot on the PDF and resize it as needed.</li></ol><h2><strong>How to sign a PDF on an iPhone or Android using Adobe Fill &amp; Sign</strong></h2><p>If you're using an iPhone or Android mobile device to digitally sign a PDF, you'll want to download an app called Adobe Fill &amp; Sign. Adobe Fill &amp; Sign is available on most app stores and contains a brief tutorial on how to use its services.<br /><br /></p><ol><li>Install Adobe Fill &amp; Sign on your mobile device. Once it's installed, launch the application by tapping on it.<br /> <div type="image" title="How to digitally sign a PDF   5" height="1480" width="720" msid="81658932" hostid="261"></div></li><li>Sign in to your Adobe account, or sign up for one if you don't have one already.</li><li>Tap on the PDF document you want to sign. <br /> <div type="image" title="How to digitally sign a PDF   7" height="1480" width="720" msid="81658933" hostid="261"></div></li><li>On the toolbar toward the top of the screen, tap on the icon resembling a calligraphy pen. When a menu appears, tap "Create Signature."<br /> <div type="image" title="How to digitally sign a PDF   8" height="1480" width="720" msid="81658934" hostid="261"></div></li><li>Using your finger or a stylus, sign the screen within the appropriate field. When you're done, tap "Done."<br /> <div type="image" title="How to digitally sign a PDF   10" height="720" width="1480" msid="81658935" hostid="261"></div></li><li>Tap on the area where you'd like to place your signature, then tap on your signature in the upper-right corner of the screen. Afterward, you can resize and move your signature around on the document.<br /> <div type="image" title="How to digitally sign a PDF   12" height="1480" width="720" msid="81658936" hostid="261"></div></li></ol><h2><strong>How to sign a PDF online for free</strong></h2><p>If you only sign PDFs digitally occasionally, or you use a Chromebook, Adobe or Preview may not work for you. In this case, many websites and applications also exist online that allow you to digitally sign a PDF for free. 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How to digitally sign a PDF when you don't have access to a printer and scanner

<ul class="summary-list"><li>To password protect a PDF in Adobe Acrobat Reader, you'll need the paid Pro version, which starts at $14.99 a month.</li><li>You can password protect a PDF in <keyword id="1560487" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="Adobe-Reader">Adobe Reader</keyword> by clicking the shield icon in the Acrobat tools sidebar and selecting "Protect using password." </li><li>When you password protect a PDF, you keep documents like tax filings and medical records safe on your computer and when sharing them with others. </li></ul><p>If you're like most people, you probably store a lot of your essential files on your computer as a PDF.</p><p>Our computers may be secure, but they're not entirely invulnerable to prying eyes. You could accidentally download spyware or some other virus, or you could lose your laptop, and all of that information would be vulnerable to being stolen.</p><p>If you're worried about somebody gaining access to your information, you can add an extra layer of protection to those documents by password protecting those PDFs with Adobe Acrobat. Unfortunately, this feature is not free and is only available on the paid version of Acrobat Pro.</p><p>You can purchase for a month or keep renewing, depending on your needs. But once you have it, you'll have the ability to keep your PDFs secure from prying eyes.</p><h3><strong>Check out the products mentioned in this article:</strong></h3><h4><strong><a href="http://apple.sjv.io/c/196318/435031/7613?subId1=biipgf_122917_best-macbooks&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fbuy-mac%2Fmacbook-pro-pro" rel="nofollow noopener nofollow nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored">Apple Macbook Pro (From $1,299.00 at Apple)</a></strong></h4><h4><a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FOS-Celeron-Sleeve-CB315-3H-C2C3-32GB-Protective-Intel-Chromebook-N4000-4GB-Acer-Display-315-Chrome-HD-15-6-LPDDR4-eMMC-4GB-32GB%2F56592363765923637" rel="nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored"><strong>Acer Chromebook 15 (From $179.99 at Walmart)</strong></a></h4><h2>How to password protect your PDFs in Adobe Acrobat Pro</h2><p><strong>1.</strong> Open the PDF you want to protect in Adobe Acrobat Reader.</p><p><strong>2.</strong> In the right sidebar, click the shield icon labeled "Protect."</p><p><div type="image" title="How_to_password_protect_a_PDF_ _1" height="900" width="1600" msid="76455035" hostid="261"></div> </p><p><strong>3.</strong> At the top of the document, click the option that reads "Protect using password."</p><p><div type="image" title="How_to_password_protect_a_PDF_ _2" height="900" width="1600" msid="76455036" hostid="261"></div></p><p><strong>4.</strong> Choose between preventing people from viewing your document or just blocking edits. </p><p><strong>5.</strong> Set your password. </p><p><strong>6.</strong> Click "Apply" to finish.</p><p><div type="image" title="How_to_password_protect_a_PDF_ _3" height="900" width="1600" msid="76455037" hostid="261"></div></p><iframe src="https://produktor.businessinsider.com/productCardService?id=5d24b242a17d6c09cf06abe8&amp;type=small&amp;live=true" width="100%" height="150%" frameborder="0" style="position:absolute; top:0; left: 0"></iframe><iframe src="https://produktor.businessinsider.com/productCardService?id=5dfaab38855cc206f440bf22&amp;type=small&amp;live=true" width="100%" height="150%" frameborder="0" style="position:absolute; top:0; left: 0"></iframe><h2>Related coverage from <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/tech-reference">Tech Reference</a>:</h2><ul><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-enable-adobe-flash-player-on-microsoft-edge">How to enable Adobe Flash Player on a Microsoft Edge browser</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-enable-adobe-flash-player-on-mac">How to enable Adobe Flash Player on a Mac computer using Safari</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-convert-pdf-to-google-doc">How to convert a PDF to a Google Doc in a few simple steps on your Mac or PC</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-save-a-webpage-as-a-pdf-on-mac">How to save a webpage as a PDF on Mac in 4 simple steps</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-change-default-pdf-viewer-mac">How to change the default PDF viewer on your Mac computer</a></h3></li></ul>

How to password protect a PDF in Adobe Acrobat Reader and shield your sensitive data

<ul class="summary-list"><li>Adobe Acrobat lets you convert a PDF into a <keyword id="152705" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="Powerpoint">PowerPoint</keyword> presentation with just a few clicks.</li><li>You can also use it to convert a PDF file into other types of files.</li></ul><p><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PDF</a> files are typically unable to be edited, which makes them great for retaining formatting, but not so great when it comes to editing or file conversion. </p><p>But with <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/adobe" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adobe</a> Acrobat, you can view and edit PDF files as well as convert them to other file formats, including <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/microsoft-powerpoint" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Microsoft PowerPoint</a>. </p><p>Here's how to convert a PDF file into a PowerPoint slide presentation.</p><h3><strong>Check out the products mentioned in this article:</strong></h3><h4><a href="https://shop-links.co/1711619506813308214" rel="nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored">Microsoft Office (From $149.99 at Best Buy)</a></h4><h4><a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bhphotovideo.com%2Fc%2Fproduct%2F1392534-REG%2Fadobe_65291319_creative_cloud_membership_full.htmlull.html" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored">Adobe Creative Suite (From $599.88 at B &amp; H)</a></h4><h4><a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fadobe-acrobat-pro-dc-1-year-subscription-mac-windows%2F6067800.p%3FskuId%3D6067800" rel="nofollow noopener sponsored nofollow sponsored">Adobe Acrobat (From $179.99 at Best Buy)</a></h4><h2><strong>How to convert a PDF into a PowerPoint presentation using Adobe Acrobat</strong></h2><p>Keep in mind that you will need to have <a href="https://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fadobe-acrobat-pro-dc-1-year-subscription-mac-windows%2F6067800.p%3FskuId%3D6067800">the paid version of Adobe Acrobat</a> in order to convert a PDF into a PowerPoint. If you only have Adobe Reader, converting a PDF to a PowerPoint won't be possible unless you upgrade to the full version of Acrobat.</p><p><strong>1.</strong> Open the PDF that you want to convert. Make sure you are using Adobe Acrobat to open the PDF.</p><p><strong>2.</strong> On the right side of the screen, click on "Export PDF." </p><p><div type="image" title="How_to_convert_PDF_to_PowerPoint_ _1" height="1122" width="2010" msid="77023434" hostid="261"></div></p><p><strong>3.</strong> From the menu, click on "<keyword id="10387" type="CITY" weightage="60" keywordseo="Microsoft">Microsoft</keyword> PowerPoint," then click "Export." </p><p><div type="image" title="How to convert PDF to PowerPoint 2" height="1080" width="2048" msid="77023436" hostid="261"></div></p><p><strong>4.</strong> In the pop-up window, select a location to save the new PowerPoint and type in a name for the file. Click "Save" when you are finished. </p><p><div type="image" title="How to convert PDF to PowerPoint 3" height="1080" width="2062" msid="77023441" hostid="261"></div></p><p><strong>5.</strong> The conversion process may take a few minutes, depending on how large your PDF is. 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How to convert a PDF into a PowerPoint slideshow using Adobe Acrobat

<p><strong></strong></p><ul class="summary-list"><li><strong>To see <keyword id="9593893" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="alt-text">alt text</keyword> in a completed <keyword id="172180" type="TECHNOLOGY" weightage="60" keywordseo="PDF">PDF</keyword> document, you'll need to use a screen reading app, which is an <keyword id="1476395" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="accessibility">accessibility</keyword> tool for visually impaired users.</strong></li><li><strong>PDF documents should contain alt text for each image, to make the document more accessible to visually impaired users.</strong></li><li><strong>If you're still editing or creating a PDF, you can see, edit, and create alt text using your PDF-creation program.</strong></li></ul><p>When you share a <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PDF</a> document with visually impaired users, it's important that the images contained in the document have alt text. Alt text allows users with screen readers to understand the images inside.</p><p>The good news is that alt text — short text descriptions usually under 100 characters — is usually easy to add to a PDF document in whatever program you use to create the <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PDF</a>. </p><p>To see that alt text in a completed <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PDF</a>, you'll likely need to use a screen reader app. The alt text is otherwise hidden.</p><p>Here's how to view and edit alt text when you're creating a <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PDF</a>, using a Mac or PC.</p><h3><strong>Check out the products mentioned in this article:</strong></h3><h4><a href="https://shop-links.co/1711619506813308214" rel="nofollow sponsored">Microsoft Office (From $149.99 at Best Buy)</a></h4><h4><a href="http://apple.sjv.io/c/196318/435031/7613?subId1=biipgf_122917_best-macbooks&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.apple.com%2Fshop%2Fbuy-mac%2Fmacbook-pro-pro" rel="nofollow noopener nofollow">Apple Macbook Pro (From $1,299.00 at Apple)</a></h4><h4><a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=35871X943606&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FOS-Celeron-Sleeve-CB315-3H-C2C3-32GB-Protective-Intel-Chromebook-N4000-4GB-Acer-Display-315-Chrome-HD-15-6-LPDDR4-eMMC-4GB-32GB%2F56592363765923637" rel="nofollow sponsored nofollow sponsored"><strong>Acer Chromebook 15 (From $179.99 at Walmart)</strong></a></h4><h2><strong>How to view and edit alt text in a PDF you're creating</strong></h2><p>The steps to see and add alt text vary depending on the app you're using to create the PDF.  </p><p>If you're creating a PDF in <strong>Microsoft Word</strong>, for example, you can add and view the alt text for an image this way:</p><p><strong>1. </strong>Right-click an image or graphic object in a document. In the drop-down menu, click "Edit Alt Text…"</p><p><strong>2. </strong>The Alt Text pane should appear on the right side of the screen. You can read any alt text that's already assigned to the image. </p><p><strong>3. </strong>If you want to add or edit alt text, click the alt text field and enter any description you want. You can also mark the image as "Decorative" if it's not an important graphic.</p><p><div type="image" title="How to see alt text in PDF 1" height="959" width="1588" msid="77095870" hostid="261"></div></p><p>If you're creating a PDF in <strong>Adobe Acrobat</strong>, do this:</p><p><strong>1. </strong>In Adobe Acrobat, make sure the Tags pane is turned by clicking "View," then "Show/Hide." Click "Navigation Panels" and finally click "Tags."</p><p><strong>2. </strong>Find the image you want to see or edit alt text for in the tag tree. </p><p><strong>3. </strong>Right-click the image in the tag tree and choose "Properties."</p><p><div type="image" title="How to see alt text in PDF 2" height="1532" width="2027" msid="77095871" hostid="261"></div></p><p><strong>3. </strong>In the "Object Properties" dialog box, click the "Tag" tab. You can read or change the alt text in the "Alternative Text" field. 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How to view and edit the alt text in a PDF you're creating, using Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat

<p><strong><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><img src="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5dcdcafa7eece55e8c0ed4f2-2400/109097398.jpg" border="0" alt="laptop" data-mce-source="Dan Kitwood/Getty Images" /><p class="source"><span>Dan Kitwood/Getty Images</span></p><p class="caption">To sign a PDF in Windows, you can use Adobe Reader.</p></div><p></p></div></div></strong></p><ul class="summary-list"><li style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>You can sign PDF documents in <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/windows-10">Windows</a>, completely electronically.</strong></li><li style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Signing your PDF in <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/windows-10">Windows</a> can help save time, paper, and money.</strong></li><li style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>If you need to sign a PDF in <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/windows-10">Windows</a>, you can do so using the Adobe Reader program.</strong></li><li style="font-weight: 400;"><strong><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/?hprecirc-bullet">Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories</a>.</strong></li></ul><p>As we've progressed deeper into the digital age, electronic signatures are becoming more and more common. Rather than printing out a document, signing it, scanning and emailing it (or faxing it), signing the document electronically can save paper, time, and even money.</p><p>With <a href="http://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=bitht_111419_sign-a-pdf-on-windows&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Facrobat-standard-dc-1-year-subscription-windows%2F6067700.p%3FskuId%3D6067700" rel="nofollow">Adobe Reader</a>, signing your documents electronically is simple. </p><p>Here's how to sign a PDF on <a href="http://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=bitht_111419_sign-a-pdf-on-windows&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fwindows-10-home-english-windows%2F6121415.p%3FskuId%3D6121415" rel="nofollow">Windows</a> using <a href="http://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=bitht_111419_sign-a-pdf-on-windows&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Facrobat-standard-dc-1-year-subscription-windows%2F6067700.p%3FskuId%3D6067700" rel="nofollow">Adobe Reader</a>.</p><h3><strong>Check out the products mentioned in this article:</strong></h3><h4><a href="http://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=bitht_111419_sign-a-pdf-on-windows&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fwindows-10-home-english-windows%2F6121415.p%3FskuId%3D6121415" rel="nofollow">Windows 10 (From $139.99 at Best Buy)</a></h4><h4><a href="http://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=bitht_111419_sign-a-pdf-on-windows&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Facrobat-standard-dc-1-year-subscription-windows%2F6067700.p%3FskuId%3D6067700" rel="nofollow">Adobe Acrobat 1-Year Subscription (From $159.99 at Best Buy)</a></h4><h2><strong>How to sign a PDF on Windows using <a href="http://bestbuy.7tiv.net/c/196318/614286/10014?subId1=bitht_111419_sign-a-pdf-on-windows&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Facrobat-standard-dc-1-year-subscription-windows%2F6067700.p%3FskuId%3D6067700" rel="nofollow">Adobe Reader</a></strong></h2><p><strong>1. </strong>First of all, make sure that you have Adobe Reader installed. You can download it for free from <a href="https://acrobat.adobe.com/us/en/acrobat/pdf-reader.html">the Adobe website, here</a>.</p><p><strong>2. </strong>Open the PDF document in Adobe Reader. If it isn't already the default PDF viewer on your computer, right-click it, hover your mouse over "Open with," and select "Adobe Reader" in the list.</p><p><strong>3. </strong>On the right side of your PDF, there's a menu with several functions you can perform to alter the PDF. Scroll down the menu until you see the "Fill &amp; Sign" option, and click on it.</p><p><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table click-to-enlarge"><div><div class="image on-image"><a title_source="Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider" title_caption="With Adobe Reader, you can fill out and sign PDFs yourself, as well as prepare PDFs for others to fill out." class="zoomin" href="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5dcdc8377eece55911271413-960/image 1.png"><span class="sprites click-to-enlarge-icon" title="Click to enlarge"></span><img src="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5dcdc8377eece55911271413-1920/image 1.png" border="0" alt="image 1" data-mce-source="Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider" data-mce-caption="With Adobe Reader, you can fill out and sign PDFs yourself, as well as prepare PDFs for others to fill out." /></a><p class="source"><span>Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">With Adobe Reader, you can fill out and sign PDFs yourself, as well as prepare PDFs for others to fill out.</p></div><p></p></div></div></p><p><strong>4. </strong>On the next screen, you will be asked if you're filling out the form yourself, or preparing it for another person's signature. If you're trying to sign the PDF yourself, click on "Fill and sign." If you're preparing the form for another person to sign, click on "Request signatures."</p><p><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table click-to-enlarge"><div><div class="image on-image"><a title_source="Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider" title_caption="For the purposes of this guide, we're assuming you're signing the PDF yourself." class="zoomin" href="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5dcdc85a7eece55935664bb8-960/image 2.png"><span class="sprites click-to-enlarge-icon" title="Click to enlarge"></span><img src="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5dcdc85a7eece55935664bb8-1920/image 2.png" border="0" alt="image 2" data-mce-source="Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider" data-mce-caption="For the purposes of this guide, we're assuming you're signing the PDF yourself." /></a><p class="source"><span>Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">For the purposes of this guide, we're assuming you're signing the PDF yourself.</p></div><p></p></div></div></p><p><strong>5. </strong>On the PDF document itself, click on any fields that need to be filled in and type in the required information.</p><p><strong>6. </strong>Once you have all of the required information filled, click on the "Sign" button, represented by an icon resembling a fountain pen.</p><p><strong>7. </strong>In the "Sign" sub-menu, click on "Add Signature." Type in, draw, or upload your signature, and click "Apply." </p><p><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table click-to-enlarge"><div><div class="image on-image"><a title_source="Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider" title_caption="Adobe Reader allows you to sign in three different ways. Selecting " Type="" which="" is="" the="" default="" will="" allow="" you="" to="" type="" out="" your="" signature.="" The="" Draw="" option="" allows="" write="" signature="" using="" mouse="" touchpad="" or="" touch="" screen.="" Image="" upload="" an="" image="" of="" class="zoomin" href="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5dcdc87b7eece559c86b2c15-960/image 3.png"><span class="sprites click-to-enlarge-icon" title="Click to enlarge"></span><img src="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5dcdc87b7eece559c86b2c15-1920/image 3.png" border="0" alt="image 3" data-mce-source="Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider" data-mce-caption="Adobe Reader allows you to sign in three different ways. Selecting &amp;quotType,&quot; which is the default, will allow you to type out your signature. The &amp;quotDraw&quot; option allows you to write your signature using your mouse, touchpad, or touch screen. The &amp;quotImage&quot; option allows you to upload an image of your signature." /></a><p class="source"><span>Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">Adobe Reader allows you to sign in three different ways. Selecting "Type," which is the default, will allow you to type out your signature. The "Draw" option allows you to write your signature using your mouse, touchpad, or touch screen. The "Image" option allows you to upload an image of your signature.</p></div><p></p></div></div></p><p><strong>8. </strong>Your signature should now appear onscreen, alongside your cursor. Use the mouse to position the signature on the page, and click when you're ready to sign.</p><p><strong>9. </strong>Once you've signed, save your PDF to make sure your signature isn't lost.</p><p><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table click-to-enlarge"><div><div class="image on-image"><a title_source="Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider" title_caption="Once you've signed the document, it should look something like this. Make sure you've filled out all required fields before signing and saving, as you won't be able to alter the PDF after you've signed it." class="zoomin" href="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5dcdc8937eece559d86c5c55-960/image 4.png"><span class="sprites click-to-enlarge-icon" title="Click to enlarge"></span><img src="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5dcdc8937eece559d86c5c55-1920/image 4.png" border="0" alt="image 4" data-mce-source="Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider" data-mce-caption="Once you've signed the document, it should look something like this. Make sure you've filled out all required fields before signing and saving, as you won't be able to alter the PDF after you've signed it." /></a><p class="source"><span>Chrissy Montelli/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">Once you've signed the document, it should look something like this. Make sure you've filled out all required fields before signing and saving, as you won't be able to alter the PDF after you've signed it.</p></div><p></p></div></div></p><p>Adobe Reader can save your signature as well as your initials for future documents as well, simplifying the process even further. 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How to sign a PDF document on a Windows computer using Adobe Reader

<ul class="summary-list"><li>You can type on a <keyword id="172180" type="TECHNOLOGY" weightage="60" keywordseo="PDF">PDF</keyword> using one of several different options depending on the device you're using.</li><li>All of the programs listed in this article are available for free, and some methods are built into the device.</li></ul><p><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PDFs</a> are one of the most widely used document formats, but it isn't always clear how to add text to them.</p><p>Fortunately, there are several methods available depending on the device you're using.</p><p><strong>Quick tip:</strong> You can also <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-sign-a-pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">sign a PDF document</a> on any device, without the need for a printer or scanner.</p><p>Here's how to type on a PDF, whether you're using a <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/mac" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mac</a>, <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/pc" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PC</a>, mobile device, or <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/microsoft-word" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Microsoft Word</a>.</p><h2>How to type on a PDF on a <keyword id="62949" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="MaC">Mac</keyword> using Preview</h2><p>Preview is the default option for viewing PDFs on Macs, and it has a built-in ability to type on those documents.</p><p><strong>1.</strong> Double-click on the PDF you want to open. As long as you haven't designated another option as the default PDF-viewing option, it will open in Preview. Otherwise, right-click the file and select <strong>Open with</strong> and then <strong>Preview</strong>.</p><div type="image" title="Mac Open with Preview window" height="1000" width="1224" msid="83347086" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>2.</strong> Click the markup icon, located in the top toolbar of the preview window - it looks like a marker within a circle.</p><div type="image" title="PDF open in Preview" height="1493" width="2615" msid="83347087" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>3.</strong> Navigate to the page you want to add text to, and then select the <strong>Text icon</strong> (it looks like a <strong>"T"</strong> inside of a rectangle). A text box will then appear on the page.</p><div type="image" title="PDF in Preview Text icon in toolbar" height="1504" width="2616" msid="83347089" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>4.</strong> Click into the text box and add the desired text, then drag the box to the desired placement.</p><div type="image" title="PDF in Preview add text box" height="1508" width="2624" msid="83347090" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>5.</strong> You can change the font and text color by clicking into the text box, selecting the text, and then clicking the <strong>Aa</strong> button in the top toolbar. Or, if your document already has text fields, you can simply click into those and type.</p><div type="image" title="PDF in Preview edit text" height="1496" width="2614" msid="83347091" hostid="261"></div><h2>How to type on a PDF on a <keyword id="6365259" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="PC">PC</keyword> or Mac using Adobe Acrobat Reader DC</h2><p>If you have <a href="https://acrobat.adobe.com/us/en/acrobat/pdf-reader.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adobe's Acrobat Reader DC</a> (which is free to download) on your computer, you can use it to type on PDFs.</p><p><strong>1.</strong> Open Adobe Acrobat Reader DC and select <strong>Fill</strong> <strong>&amp; Sign</strong>.</p><div type="image" title="Adobe Acrobat Reader homepage" height="1576" width="2874" msid="83347092" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>2.</strong> Click <strong>Select a File</strong> and choose your desired PDF.</p><div type="image" title="Adobe Acrobat Reader fill &amp; sign page" height="1315" width="2880" msid="83347093" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>3.</strong> Specify who needs to sign and fill out the PDF.</p><div type="image" title="Adobe Acrobat who needs to fill and sign" height="1574" width="2880" msid="83347096" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>4.</strong> Scroll down to the page you want to add text to and hover over the desired area. You may see a highlighted text box appear, in which case you can simply click into it and start typing.</p><div type="image" title="Adobe Acrobat fill-in text box" height="1570" width="2880" msid="83347100" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>5.</strong> If you don't see a highlighted text box and you want an outline as well as text, click the oval-shaped icon in the top toolbar. Then click the area where you want to add a text box and adjust as desired.</p><div type="image" title="Adobe Acrobat toolbar" height="1418" width="2880" msid="83347102" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>6.</strong> Click the <strong>"Ab" icon</strong> in the top toolbar and click near, but not on, the area you just created. </p><p><strong>7.</strong> Click into the new text area, add your text, and reposition as needed.</p><h2>How to type on a PDF on an <keyword id="6354606" type="COMPANY" weightage="60" keywordseo="iPhone">iPhone</keyword> or <keyword id="101239" type="CITY" weightage="60" keywordseo="iPad">iPad</keyword> using Markup</h2><p>Those with an <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/iphone" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPhone</a> or <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/ipad" target="_blank" rel="noopener">iPad</a> can use the built-in Markup tool to add text to a PDF.</p><p><strong>1.</strong> Open your PDF (you can access these via your email, cloud account, or by using AirDrop to send the document to your device.) If given the option, select <strong>Files </strong>- you won't see Markup listed as an option - as the opening method.</p><p><strong>2.</strong> Scroll down to the desired page and select the <strong>Markup</strong> tool in the top-right corner of the screen.</p><div type="image" title="iPhone Markup tool on PDF" height="1747" width="1000" msid="83347105" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>3.</strong> Select the <strong>plus (+) sign</strong> icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen and select <strong>Text</strong>.</p><div type="image" title="PDF on iPhone markup tool" height="1775" width="1000" msid="83347109" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>4.</strong> Adjust your text box as needed.</p><p><strong>5.</strong> Tap the text box and select <strong>Edit</strong>.</p><div type="image" title="PDF on iPhone markup" height="1722" width="1000" msid="83347110" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>6.</strong> Add your text to the box and tap out of the box when complete. You can readjust the placement at this point as well.</p><div type="image" title="PDF on iPhone type in text box" height="1727" width="1000" msid="83347116" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>7.</strong> Tap <strong>Done</strong> when you've added all desired text to the PDF.</p><h2>How to type on a PDF on an <keyword id="6355645" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="Android">Android</keyword> using Adobe Acrobat Reader DC</h2><p>If you have the free <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.adobe.reader&amp;hl=en_US&amp;gl=USmp;gl=US" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adobe Acrobat Reader app</a> installed, you can type on PDFs on your Android device.</p><p><strong>1.</strong> Open the Adobe Acrobat reader app and select <strong>Files</strong> in the bottom toolbar.</p><p><strong>2.</strong> Find the PDF you want to type on and tap to select it.</p><p><strong>3.</strong> Scroll to the desired page and select the <strong>pencil icon</strong> in the bottom-right corner of the screen</p><p><strong>4.</strong> Tap <strong>Fill &amp; Sign</strong> and then select the <strong>"Ab" icon</strong>.</p><p><strong>5.</strong> Tap the area of the page you want to add text to and then select the desired text size and type out your text.</p><p><strong>6.</strong> Select the <strong>check mark</strong> in the top-left corner of the screen to finish the process.</p><h2>How to type on a PDF using Microsoft Word</h2><p>Microsoft Word is another easy option to modify a PDF, though it will involve converting the PDF into a Word document, which can disrupt stylized formatting. For this reason, it's best to use Word for text-only PDFs.</p><p><strong>1.</strong> Right-click your PDF, select <strong>Open With,</strong> and select <strong>Microsoft Word</strong>. You may see a message noting the appearance of your PDF may change - select <strong>Yes</strong> to continue.</p><p><strong>2.</strong> Click into the document and type to edit it as you would any other document.</p><p><strong>3.</strong> When finished, select <strong>File</strong> in the top-left corner of the window and then select <strong>Save As</strong> followed by <strong>PDF</strong>.</p><a data-type="5d838f5b2e22af2176443c42">How to download a PDF document on your iPhone and save it to Apple Books or iCloud Files</a><a data-type="5cf80b4111e2051d91657f12">How to convert PDFs into Word files and edit them on a Mac computer</a><a data-type="60414b814d46fc4de60217d8">How to combine multiple PDF files into a single document on a Mac or PC</a><a data-type="5f171e34aee6a828d84c9255">How to view and edit the alt text in a PDF you're creating, using Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat</a>

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<ul class="summary-list"><li>You can combine multiple <keyword id="172180" type="TECHNOLOGY" weightage="60" keywordseo="PDF">PDF</keyword> files into one document with some basic software.</li><li><keyword id="62949" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="MaC">Mac</keyword> users can use the program Preview to combine their PDF files.</li><li><keyword id="6365259" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="PC">PC</keyword> users can download one of many free software programs.</li></ul><p>The Portable Document Format (<a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PDF</a>) is one of the most commonly used file types around.</p><p>PDFs are primarily shareable text or photo documents accessible to anyone who has a computer or smartphone. Unlike a Word file, which requires <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/microsoft-word" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Microsoft Word</a> to view or edit, most browsers will open a PDF.</p><p>That's useful when sharing files with friends or colleagues, especially if you don't know what software they have; PDFs are the one-size-fits-all option. You can also be sure your document's format won't change regardless of what kind of device is accessing your file.</p><p>But let's say you have one or more documents to share. Instead of sending multiple attachments in an email, you can combine and organize multiple PDFs into one file. </p><p>Mac users can do this using the Preview app that comes with your computer.</p><p>PC users will have to download software, but many of these programs are free and easy to use.</p><h2><strong>How to combine PDF files on a Mac</strong></h2><p>Mac computers come with a simple and intuitive software called Preview to combine PDFs. If Preview isn't in your dock, open a new Finder window and search for it.</p><p><strong>Quick tip:</strong> Any changes made to a PDF in Preview are saved automatically. If you want to keep all the original separated documents, make sure to duplicate your files before combining them. To do this, click on your PDF, click "File," and then click "Duplicate" in the drop-down menu.</p><ol><li>Open Preview.</li><li>Open one of the PDFs you want to combine. We'll be combining two in this tutorial.</li><li>In your PDF file, click "View."<br /><br /><div type="image" title="How_to_combine_PDFs_1" height="1477" width="2442" msid="81359597" hostid="261"></div></li><li>Then click "Thumbnail" to display thumbnails in the sidebar.</li><li>Drag another PDF from your desktop into Preview. This will combine the two documents.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="How_to_combine_PDFs_2" height="1462" width="2442" msid="81359598" hostid="261"></div></li><li>You can order them however you want: in front, behind, and between existing pages. Drag the thumbnails to reorder them.</li></ol><h2><strong>How to combine PDF files on a PC</strong></h2><p>PCs do not come with a program well-equipped to combine PDF files. You have to seek out and download free software. There are many, but we'll be using the free, open-source software <a href="https://pdfsam.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PDFsam</a>.<br /><br /></p><ol><li>Open <a href="https://pdfsam.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">PDFsam</a>. </li><li>Click "Merge."<br /><br /><div type="image" title="How_to_combine_PDFs_6" height="1459" width="1763" msid="81359599" hostid="261"></div></li><li>Drag and drop the PDFs you want to combine into the new window. You can also click the "Add" button at the top-left.</li><li>Select if you want to normalize page size, add footers, or include a table of contents.<br /><br /><div type="image" title="How_to_combine_PDFs_7" height="1478" width="1782" msid="81359600" hostid="261"></div></li><li>Click "Run" at the bottom.</li><li>Click "Open" to see your new PDF file.</li></ol><a data-type="5eea91563f7370446314f003">How to password protect a PDF in Adobe Acrobat Reader and shield your sensitive data</a><a data-type="5f171e34aee6a828d84c9255">How to view and edit the alt text in a PDF you're creating, using Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat</a><a data-type="5fac113e8fc39712cb696f83">How to crop a PDF on your Windows computer without using a paid service</a><a data-type="5efcfa2c2618b9670a756685">How to save a OneNote as a PDF and print, share, or view your notes offline</a>

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<ul class="summary-list"><li>You can save a webpage as a <keyword id="172180" type="TECHNOLOGY" weightage="60" keywordseo="PDF">PDF</keyword> on a Windows computer using any installed web browser, including <keyword id="2830338" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="microsoft-edge">Microsoft Edge</keyword>, <keyword id="182214" type="COMPANY" weightage="60" keywordseo="Google-Chrome">Google Chrome</keyword>, and Mozilla Firefox.</li><li>To save any webpage as a PDF, you will need to access the browser's Print menu and select "Save as PDF" or "Microsoft Print to PDF" for your printing destination. </li></ul><p>As the saying goes, nothing gets deleted from the internet — but sometimes it does change. You can avoid losing important information or even your work if you save it as a PDF. </p><p>Webpages are mutable, so they can change at any time the owner of the website sees fit. That's why it can be beneficial to save them as PDFs.</p><p>Saving webpages as PDFs allows you to access pages when you're offline, making it easier to reference them when you don't have an internet connection. Saving a webpage as a PDF also means that you have a permanent version, in case the owner of the site makes significant changes or deletes the site altogether. </p><p>On Windows computers, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Firefox can save webpages as PDFs. Each interface looks only slightly different though the mechanism for printing is essentially the same.</p><p>Here's how to do it. </p><h2>How to save a webpage as a PDF on Windows in Google Chrome</h2><p><strong>1.</strong> Open the webpage you want to save. </p><p><strong>2.</strong> In the top right corner of the screen, click the three dots to bring down the browser menu.</p><p><strong>3.</strong> From the dropdown menu, choose "Print." </p><div type="image" title="How to save webpage as PDF on Windows 1" height="768" width="1366" msid="78897476" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>4.</strong> The Print settings window will appear. Select the first dropdown menu, labeled "Destination."</p><div type="image" title="How to save webpage as PDF on Windows 2" height="768" width="1366" msid="78897480" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>5.</strong> Change the destination to "Save as PDF."</p><p><strong>6.</strong> Click Save and wait for the "Save As" window to appear.</p><p><strong>7.</strong> Name the file, select the file destination, and then click "Save." </p><h2>How to save a webpage as a PDF on Windows in Microsoft Edge</h2><p><strong>1.</strong> Open the webpage you want to save. </p><p><strong>2.</strong> In the top right corner of the screen, click the three dots to bring down the browser menu.</p><p><strong>3.</strong> From the dropdown menu, choose "Print." </p><p><strong>4.</strong> The Print settings window will appear. Select the first dropdown menu beneath "Print."</p><p><strong>5.</strong> Change the selection to "Save as PDF."</p><div type="image" title="How to save webpage as PDF on Windows 3" height="768" width="1366" msid="78897483" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>6.</strong> Click Save and wait for the "Save As" window to appear.</p><div type="image" title="How to save webpage as PDF on Windows 4" height="768" width="1366" msid="78897486" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>7.</strong> Name the file, select the file destination, and then click "Save." </p><h2>How to save a webpage as a PDF on Windows in Mozilla Firefox</h2><p><strong>1.</strong> Open the webpage you want to save. </p><p><strong>2.</strong> In the top right corner of the screen, select three horizontal lines to open the browser menu.</p><div type="image" title="How to save webpage as a pdf on Windows 5" height="768" width="1368" msid="78897489" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>3.</strong> From the dropdown menu, choose "Print."</p><p><strong>4.</strong> The Print settings window will appear. Select "Microsoft Print to PDF" from the list of printer options.</p><ul><li>Note: Firefox doesn't include a built-in PDF printer, so you may need to use an extension if Microsoft Print isn't appearing.</li></ul><div type="image" title="How to save webpage as PDF on Windows 7" height="768" width="1366" msid="78897492" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>5.</strong> Select "Print." </p><p><strong>6.</strong> Name the file, select the file destination, and then click "Save." </p><h2>Related coverage from <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/tech-reference" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tech Reference</a>:</h2><ul><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-change-default-pdf-viewer-windows-10">How to change the default PDF viewer on your Windows 10 computer</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-sign-a-pdf-on-windows">How to sign a PDF document on a Windows computer using Adobe Reader</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-convert-jpg-to-pdf-on-windows-10">How to convert a JPG file to a PDF on a Windows 10 computer using the default Photos app</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-password-protect-a-pdf">How to password protect a PDF in Adobe Acrobat Reader and shield your sensitive data</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-save-a-webpage-as-a-pdf-on-mac">How to save a webpage as a PDF on Mac in 4 simple steps</a></h3></li></ul>

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<ul class="summary-list"><li>You can add <keyword id="9593893" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="alt-text">alt text</keyword> to images in <keyword id="1591972" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="squarespace">Squarespace</keyword> to boost your website's SEO and make it more accessible.</li><li>An image's file name acts as the alt text by default if no other alt text is provided.</li><li>Changing or adding an image's alt text can be accomplished with just a few clicks.</li></ul><p><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/alt-text" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Alt text</a>, the text associated with an image that is sometimes displayed in place of an image, can help boost your site's <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/seo" target="_blank" rel="noopener">SEO</a> (as search engines use alt text to identify the content of a webpage) and make it more accessible for people using assistive screen readers or browsers with images disabled.</p><p>When adding alt text to images, it's best to use "short, readable terms that describe the image and relate to your site content," according to <a href="https://support.squarespace.com/hc/en-us/articles/206542357-Adding-alt-text-to-images">Squarespace</a>. They recommend keeping the text to 12 words or fewer, being descriptive and helpful (think about how you'd describe the image to someone who couldn't see it), and incorporating keywords without going overboard. </p><p>In <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/squarespace" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Squarespace</a>, an image's file name will usually serve as the alt text by default, but rather than renaming and reuploading your site's images with more descriptive file names you can manually add alt text with just a few simple clicks. </p><p>For more information on adding alt text to different kinds of images on your Squarespace site than those detailed below, <a href="https://support.squarespace.com/hc/en-us/articles/206542357-Adding-alt-text-to-images">visit Squarespace's website</a>.</p><h2><strong>How to add alt text to an inline image in Squarespace</strong></h2><p>Captions added to inline photos automatically become the alt text for the image.</p><p><strong>1.</strong> Add or edit the caption text.</p><p><strong>2.</strong> Hover over the image, then click "Edit."</p><div type="image" title="squarespace 4" height="1800" width="2880" msid="77941532" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>3.</strong> If you do not want the alt text/caption to be visible, navigate to the "Design" tab, then select "Do Not Display Caption" from the dropdown menu.</p><div type="image" title="squarespace 5" height="1800" width="2880" msid="77941534" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>4.</strong> Click "Apply." When you're finished editing the page, click "Save."</p><h2><strong>How to add alt text to all other types of image blocks in Squarespace</strong></h2><p>For Poster, Card, Overlap, Collage, and Stack images, simply add alt text by editing the Filename.</p><p><strong>1.</strong> Hover over the image, then click "Edit."</p><div type="image" title="squarespace 1" height="1800" width="2880" msid="77941536" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>2.</strong> In the "Content" tab, edit the Filename.</p><div type="image" title="squarespace 3" height="1800" width="2880" msid="77941540" hostid="261"></div><p><strong>3.</strong> Click "Apply." When you're finished editing the page, click "Save."</p><div type="image" title="squarespace 2" height="1800" width="2880" msid="77941542" hostid="261"></div><h2><strong>How to add alt text to a gallery page image in Squarespace</strong></h2><p><strong>1.</strong> Navigate to the gallery page from the "Pages" panel.</p><p><strong>2.</strong> Hover over the image, then click the gear icon.</p><p><strong>3.</strong> Add alt text by editing the image title in the "Content" tab.</p><p><strong>4.</strong> Click "Save."</p><h2><strong>How to add alt text to a gallery block image in Squarespace</strong></h2><p>Gallery blocks can be added to blog posts, product items, and individual events.</p><p><strong>1.</strong> Hover over the gallery block, then click "Edit."</p><p><strong>2.</strong> Hover over the image, then click the gear icon.</p><p><strong>3.</strong> Enter an image title, then click "Save."</p><h2><strong>Related coverage from <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/tech-reference" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tech Reference</a>:</strong></h2><ul><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/what-is-alt-text" target="_blank" rel="noopener">What is alt text? How to use the page element for images to improve your website's accessibility and search ranking<br /></a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-add-alt-text-to-images-on-twitter" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How to add alt text to images on Twitter so they can be read with screen readers</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-view-alt-text-in-word" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How to view, add, or edit alt text on an image in Microsoft Word to help users with screen readers</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-see-alt-text-in-pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How to view and edit the alt text in a PDF you're creating, using Microsoft Word or Adobe Acrobat</a></h3></li><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-add-alt-text-to-images-in-wix" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How to add alt text to images on your website using Wix, to help users and boost your Google rankings</a></h3></li></ul>

How to add alt text to images in Squarespace to make your website more accessible

<p><strong></strong></p><ul class="summary-list"><li><strong>You can add <keyword id="9593893" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="alt-text">alt text</keyword> to images on your <keyword id="6370485" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="website">website</keyword> using <keyword id="1745016" type="PERSON" weightage="60" keywordseo="Wix">Wix</keyword>, which is a great way to make your site more accessible to visually impaired users. </strong></li><li><strong>To add alt text to an image in the Wix editor, select the image and click the Settings icon.</strong></li><li><strong>To add alt text to images in a Wix photo gallery, click an image and choose "Manage Media."</strong></li></ul><p>When you create a website in <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/wix" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Wix</a>, it's important to follow the best practices for web design, and that includes adding alt text to your images. </p><p>"Alt text" is a short text description that explains the content of a photo, which can then be read aloud by screen readers to visually impaired users. It's an important aspect of website building, and is vital for users who have screen readers.</p><p>And if that doesn't convince you, it's also worth noting that Google ranks websites that use alt text higher in search results.</p><p>Luckily, adding alt text in <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/wix" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Wix</a> is easy – you can do it after adding the images to your website. 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You should see the "Image Settings" pop-up appear.</p><p><div type="image" title="How to add alt text to images in Wix 1" height="1265" width="1973" msid="77136068" hostid="261"></div></p><p><strong>3. </strong>In the "Image Text" section, type your alt text under "What's in the image? Tell Google."</p><p><strong>4. </strong>When you're done, click the "X" at the top of the Image Settings pop-up. </p><p><div type="image" title="How to add alt text to images in Wix 2" height="1320" width="1971" msid="77136069" hostid="261"></div></p><p>If you want to edit or view the alt text at any time in the future, you can always return to the photo's settings page and review the Image Text section. </p><h2><strong>How to add alt text to a photo gallery in Wix</strong></h2><p>Some Wix templates include a photo gallery, which is a group of photos that are joined together on one page. If you're using a photo gallery, you can add alt text to all the photos in the gallery at once. </p><p><strong>1. </strong>Open your website using Wix in a web browser. </p><p><strong>2. </strong>Click any photo on the site and then click "Manage Media."</p><p><div type="image" title="How to add alt text to images in Wix 3" height="1221" width="1973" msid="77136071" hostid="261"></div></p><p><strong>3. </strong>In the "Organize Your Gallery" window, click the photo you want to add alt text to. </p><p><strong>4. </strong>In the pane on the right, click "Describe your image" and then type your alt text. When you're finished, you can click other photos and enter more alt text. </p><p><strong>5. </strong>Click "Done" to close the gallery window.</p><p><div type="image" title="How to add alt text to images in Wix 4" height="1282" width="1976" msid="77136072" hostid="261"></div></p><iframe src="https://produktor.businessinsider.com/productCardService?id=5d24b242a17d6c09cf06abe8&amp;type=small&amp;live=true" width="100%" height="150%" frameborder="0" style="position:absolute; top:0; left: 0"></iframe><iframe src="https://produktor.businessinsider.com/productCardService?id=5dfaab38855cc206f440bf22&amp;type=small&amp;live=true" width="100%" height="150%" frameborder="0" style="position:absolute; top:0; left: 0"></iframe><h2><strong>Related coverage from <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/tech-reference" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tech Reference</a>:</strong></h2><ul><li><h3><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/what-is-alt-text">What is alt text? 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<p><strong><div class="KonaFilter image-container display-table"><div><div class="image on-image"><img src="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5beca52fda27f81c61254616-2000/macbook air-4.jpg" border="0" alt="Macbook Air" data-mce-source="Hollis Johnson/Business Insider" /><p class="source"><span>Hollis Johnson/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">Mac computers all come with Preview, a simple but powerful piece of photo editing software.</p></div><p></p></div></div></strong></p><ul class="summary-list"><li style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>If you're a <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/mac">Mac</a> user and you're not using Preview to view and edit PDFs, you're missing out on a great tool.</strong></li><li style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Preview has the power to do much more than fill out a form. You can add pop-up notes, arrows, shapes, and more.</strong></li><li style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>The program also has great image editing capabilities.</strong></li><li><strong><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/?hprecirc-bullet">Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories.</a></strong></li></ul><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Adobe Acrobat is a fine editing tool (if you enjoy being pestered with constant updates). But <a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/category/mac">Mac</a> users have a built-in alternative that comes with features comparable to the free version of Acrobat.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The list of ways you can manipulate a PDF or photo (including JPEG or PNG) in Preview is long. Here is just a sampling to get you started.</span></p><h2><strong>How to fill in and sign a form on Preview</strong></h2><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This is the most basic function of a good PDF reader. In Preview, just click on the fillable sections and start typing. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can also sign a fillable form in Preview. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>1. </strong>Open the PDF in Preview. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>2. </strong>Click Tools &gt; Annotate &gt; Signature.</span></p><p><div class="KonaFilter image-container"><div class="image on-image"><img src="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5cc31262b14bf4055e6d8ea2-616/signature option in tools menu.png" border="0" alt="Signature option in Tools menu" width="716" height="515" data-mce-source="Laura McCamy/Business Insider" data-mce-caption="You can insert your signature into PDF documents." /><p class="source"><span>Laura McCamy/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">You can insert your signature into PDF documents.</p></div><p></p></div></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>3. </strong>If you've already added a signature to Preview, it will appear in a pop-up box. Click your signature to add it, then drag it to the appropriate spot on the form.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>4. </strong>If you don't have a signature or want to create a new one, click "Manage Signatures." A window will appear that allows you to create a signature on your trackpad, or scan one with your camera. Once you are satisfied, click "Done" and your signature is saved.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><div class="KonaFilter image-container"><div class="image on-image"><img src="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5cc3121fd1a2f85e79701fa3-421/create signature using track pad.png" border="0" alt="Create signature using track pad" width="641" height="738" data-mce-source="Laura McCamy/Business Insider" data-mce-caption="You can create a signature with your trackpad, or by scanning one with your computer's camera." /><p class="source"><span>Laura McCamy/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">You can create a signature with your trackpad, or by scanning one with your computer's camera.</p></div><p></p></div></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">One caveat: If you save a fillable form and send it to someone who will open it in Acrobat, Acrobat may see your entries on the form. You can get around this by printing and scanning the document or by printing to PDF.</span></p><h2><strong>How to annotate a PDF in Preview</strong><span style="font-weight: 400;"><br /></span></h2><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are numerous ways you can edit a PDF in Preview. Most of the editing tools are found under Tools &gt; Annotate.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can add text, arrows, circles, rectangles, and more. To customize these annotations, click the appropriate icon on the menu above the document.</span></p><ul><li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Change the thickness of a line by clicking the line icon. A menu of line options will drop down.</span></li><li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">To change the color of an arrow, shape, or line, click the outline icon. A color palette will pop down. Click on the color you want.</span></li><li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">To change the fill of a shape, click the box icon. A color palette appears. For no fill, choose the white box with a red line across it.</span></li><li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Click the text icon to change the font, size, alignment, or style of added text. To change the text color, click the color box on the upper right side of the font box. A color palette will pop down.</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><div class="KonaFilter image-container"><div class="image on-image"><img src="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5cc3129e4a16757e1a62eec2-330/font color palette.png" border="0" alt="Font color palette" width="680" height="589" data-mce-source="Laura McCamy/Business Insider" data-mce-caption="Preview allows you to change the color of most annotations." /><p class="source"><span>Laura McCamy/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">Preview allows you to change the color of most annotations.</p></div><p></p></div></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can annotate text that's already in the document with options such as highlight, strikethrough, and underline. Simply place your cursor on the text you want to annotate. Choose Tools &gt; Annotate to see your options.</span></p><h2><strong>How to edit a photo in Preview</strong></h2><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can annotate a photo with the same tools you can use on a regular PDF. In addition, you can flip a photo horizontally or vertically, crop it, or adjust the size.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">To change the orientation of a photo, the tools menu gives you options to rotate or flip the image. If you want to adjust the size, choose Tools &gt; Adjust Size. Size adjustment comes in handy if your image is too large to send or add to a social media profile. </span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Here are the steps to crop a photo:</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>1.</strong> Place your cursor at one of the corners where you want to start cropping.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>2.</strong> Drag your cursor until the dotted line is the size you want to crop.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><div class="KonaFilter image-container"><div class="image on-image"><img src="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/5cc31342fa99af09034c3547-619/setting up cropping in photo.png" border="0" alt="Setting up cropping in photo" width="743" height="479" data-mce-source="Laura McCamy/Business Insider" data-mce-caption="Select what you want to be saved after the crop." /><p class="source"><span>Laura McCamy/Business Insider</span></p><p class="caption">Select what you want to be saved after the crop.</p></div><p></p></div></span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>3.</strong> Choose Tools &gt; Crop. This option will be grayed out until you have set the crop area.</span></p><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can undo any of these changes in Preview by choosing Edit &gt; Undo. You also have the option to revert to an earlier version of the image or PDF. Just click File &gt; Revert To. 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<strong>Adobe Reader</strong><br />
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Eight apps that every business professional on the go should have

<p><span class="KonaFilter image-container display-table float_right"><span><span data-post-image="" class="image on-image"><img src="https://static-ssl.businessinsider.com/image/54a31371ecad0408438b4567-850-637/rahul-sood.jpg" border="0" alt="Rahul Sood"><span class="source"><span><a href="https://twitter.com/rahulsood">Twitter/Rahul Sood</a></span></span><span class="caption">Unikrn founder Rahul Sood</span></img></span><p></p></span></span>Last month, Rahul Sood, the guy that launched Microsoft's investment arm Microsoft Ventures, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/20141103140542-24016266-goodbye-microsoft-i-had-fun?trk=prof-post">left the company to launch a new stealth gaming startup called Unikrn.</a></p>
<p>He had been at Microsoft since 2011 and still says, "I love the company."</p>
<p>But when it came time to choosing email and office apps for his new company, he, like many others, went with Google Apps.</p>
<p>"Being a Microsoft fan I was initially all about choosing Office 365, but this would prove to be a difficult decision," he <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-microsoft-can-gain-fast-rahul-sood">wrote in a LinkedIn Post explaining the decision</a>.</p>
<p>"I really see the value in Office 365 - it's pretty awesome - we tried both Google Apps and Microsoft Office 365 - giving both 2 weeks of dedicated (forced) use. ...&#xa0; After everyone had a chance to use both we came back with the same conclusion, Google Apps is the best solution for our company," he wrote.</p>
<p>The main reason: Gmail.</p>
<p>It was simpler to use, easier to search, and worked the same on any device. He calls Gmail, "the gateway drug to Google Apps."</p>
<p>Google also does one other thing better than Microsoft, he feels, collaboration. It's pretty easy for multiple people to work together on documents, fire up a video conferencing meeting (a "Hangout") or chat via Gmail and so on.</p>
<p>But the bummer is that nearly all of the other Office 365 apps are better, including Outlook's calendaring, he says, This is is especially true for Excel. Using his analogy, we'd say that Excel would be the gateway drug to Microsoft Office and Office 365.</p>
<p>We reached out to Sood and he explained, "I don't see any good finance person building real financial models on Sheets. I mean come on, you can't be serious. Excel is far and away better than anything out there."</p>
<p>He wants Microsoft to integrate Office 365 apps with Gmail. Better still, he wants Microsoft to offer individual apps as add-ons to Google Apps, so startups could buy them on a monthly subscription basis, too.</p>
<p>We're not so sure Google would love this idea. Remember in 2013, when Google banned two of Microsoft's YouTube apps? The second app was actually created in partnership with Google, but Google banned it anyway. The two companies butted heads over how Google would share its advertising data to its big rival, Microsoft <a href="http://blogs.microsoft.com/on-the-issues/2013/08/15/the-limits-of-googles-openness/">said at the time.</a></p>
<p>Microsoft still remembers the experience and feels burned, we understand. Google probably isn't any more willing to share info about its Apps customers with Microsoft than it was to share YouTube ad data.</p>
<p>Still, one can hope.</p>
<p>Here's <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-microsoft-can-gain-fast-rahul-sood">the full LinkedIn column</a> on choosing Apps over Office 365, reprinted with permission:</p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;">Google Apps vs Office 365: A Startup Perspective</p>
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<p style="padding-left: 30px;">Yesterday TechCrunch <a href="http://techcrunch.com/2014/12/17/microsoft-employee-pens-the-worstbest-corporate-blog-post-of-all-time/?fb_comment_id=fbc_730730077014751_730737903680635_730737903680635#f370bba7bc" target="_blank">posted an article about a blog</a> written by someone at Microsoft which was eventually yanked. The blog post was a tongue in cheek father vs son debate about the differences between Office 365 and Google Apps. Putting the post aside, I thought it was a good opportunity to write about my experiences on this topic.</p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span class="underline"><strong>Placing your bets on <keyword id="6356323" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="Enterprise">Enterprise</keyword> Software</strong></span></p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;">At <a href="http://www.unikrn.com" target="_blank">Unikrn</a> we are a distributed team, with people in San Francisco, Sydney, Ottawa, Berlin, and Seattle. We also have investors from around the world that we need to share certain documents with. So even though we've been in operation for less than two months, we still struggled with our decisions on technology. What software should we use to operate to our business, what collaboration software should we use, how do we brainstorm on documents, and what do we use for email. Basically it boiled down to three things that we didn't want to think about past the first month;</p>
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<li style="padding-left: 30px;">Office 365 vs Google Docs</li>
<li style="padding-left: 30px;">Yammer vs Slack vs others</li>
<li style="padding-left: 30px;">Azure vs AWS vs Google vs Rackspace / Self Hosted</li>
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<p style="padding-left: 30px;">For this blog I'm going to focus on #1, perhaps I'll discuss the other topics at another time.</p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span class="underline"><strong>Office 365 vs Google Apps</strong></span></p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;">The first thing any startup has to do is setup their domain, and choose their email provider. No one wants to build their own mail server infrastructure anymore, it simply doesn't make sense. Being a Microsoft fan I was initially all about choosing Office 365, but this would prove to be a difficult decision.</p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;">I really see the value in Office 365 - it's pretty awesome - we tried both Google Apps and Microsoft Office 365 - giving both 2 weeks of dedicated (forced) use. Both are super easy to setup and administer, you can buy your domain and get your email up and running within minutes. After everyone had a chance to use both we came back with the same conclusion, Google Apps is the best solution for our company.</p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;">Our decision had nothing to do with cost because the fact is both work out to about the same price at the end of the day. The decision all boiled down to one thing: Gmail.</p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span class="underline"><strong>Gmail is the Gateway Drug for Google Apps and Google knows this</strong></span></p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;">Office 365 mail is not the same as <a href="http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FOutlook.com%2F&amp;h=yAQHiqJJW&amp;enc=AZPEQilzbCH5_REcFhhXPMwSC7oAStTq6ZpM__LbhEuC3TFe_Ej3BlPtBfzjdaSsIQFgsKrp8nW4mjXgy3JeGa1Y0w6n7ajJhe_e28q5IjhuZP0OUCwALsj-MMomRfMoIGmVH4TDO3xImpLZKk8cAiZjSHWOBQsUvXZCOLxZ-z8E2w&amp;s=1" target="_blank">Outlook.com</a> for some reason. Gmail is the only cross platform cloud email that allows for instant search, massive archives, ease of use, etc. You don't need to download an email client to use it ... and there's better than instant cloud search vs local search for any email ever in a large archives. There are also many third party cloud plugins that just work with Gmail. Gmail is universally the same across all devices, and thus it is the gateway drug to Google Apps.</p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;">Once you start working with the productivity tools you realize that calendaring on Outlook is much better than Google Apps. Excel, PowerPoint, and Word all beat Sheets, Slides, and Docs hands down. Things like font management, financial modeling, and effective presentations are all Office 365 all day long.</p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;">Real time collaboration on Google is better, you can tell it was built from the cloud up. Google Drive is much easier to administer than OneDrive. Google makes it very easy to share, search, and access documents from virtually any device, anywhere. Drive has quickly become the core of everything we do in our business. SharePoint almost felt like a bolt-on to Office 365, and trying to rationalize the difference between SharePoint, Yammer, and OneDrive just felt weird for the people on our team. Both companies continue to improve their products which is always nice to see.</p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;"><span class="underline"><strong>Microsoft Office 365 could gain significant ground with startups by doing one thing</strong></span></p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;">We may not be "enterprise class" companies, but today's startups are indeed tomorrow's large companies. Microsoft needs to get more people at every accelerator and co-working space using Office 365 without even thinking about it. They need to make it easy and automated so the growth happens organically rather than through sales motions, pr, or blog posts. People just have to want to use it "just because".</p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;">So how does Microsoft drive immediate usage and significant startup interest to Office 365 Apps like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel? They need to make it fully compatible with Google Apps. They should create a third party app for Google Apps, fully compatible with Drive, Gmail, and Adobe Acrobat Reader. If Microsoft can introduce better calendaring for Gmail, with integrated Skype and/or Hangouts support, that would be a huge bonus. They should make it free for 90 days, and charge a reasonable subscription fee thereafter. I can imagine many people would jump on this - us included. In fact I'd love to hear from entrepreneurs out there - if you agree say something in the comments!</p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;">We, like many startups, will likely not switch email providers at this point, Gmail is just too simple and too good to cancel - but we're more than happy to add on quality apps that make our workforce more productive. Basically I'm saying I'm not sure it makes sense to wage war against established ecosystems. Instead, Microsoft should embrace other established ecosystems with what they do best. Office Apps are awesome, but Outlook/OWA/Exchange is just not as simple or universal as Gmail.</p>
<p style="padding-left: 30px;">FWIW I used to work at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MicrosoftVentures" target="_blank">Microsoft Ventures</a>. I love the company, and I know they will continue to improve their offerings to make it better for startups. I remain a fan of the company and the direction they're going.</p>
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