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  • Online pdf highlighting tool

    Highlight important information in your pdfs.

    Upload File
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    Multiple Upload Options

    Multiple Upload Options

    Quickly upload your PDF documents via several options by clicking the ‘Upload’ button, drag-and-drop the files from your device, or through Google Drive or Dropbox. The user interface is made easy and straightforward, making it easy to use even for beginners. No complex steps—just upload and begin highlighting.

    Select Text to Highlight

    Select Text to Highlight

    Highlight the text inside your PDF by clicking on it. The feature will enable you to select key sections, keywords, or phrases with ease. Upon selection, the text will be highlighted visually, and key information will stand out immediately. Ideal for reading, studying, or annotating documents.

    Easy Navigation

    Easy Navigation

    You can switch back and forth between pages as desired using of "Previous" and "Next" buttons. This functionality allows you to choose text from every page. You can highlight several consecutive pages, making it easier to edit long documents.

    Preview Before Saving

    Preview Before Saving

    Check your highlighted pages before you complete the download. This preview option allows you to confirm that all significant parts are highlighted properly. It gives you assurance that your pages are ready for presentation or reading.

    Safety and Security

    Safety and Security

    Our website is designed with the highest standards of safety and security, ensuring that all processing occurs within your browser. Advanced encryption, secure access controls, and regular updates help protect your data from threats without transmitting files to our servers.

    Smooth Compatibility

    Smooth Compatibility

    Our tool offers seamless compatibility across a wide range of devices and operating systems. Whether you're using desktops, tablets, or smartphones, our tool integrates effortlessly, providing a smooth and consistent experience.

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    How to Highlight PDF Text

    1 . Upload your PDF files to the tool.
    2 . Click on the exact text that you wish to highlight.
    3 . The highlighted text will appear immediately.
    4 . Keep navigating and highlighting on other pages as needed.
    5 . Hit the "Save" button to create your new document with all the highlights.
    6 . Click the download icon to save the highlighted PDF on your device.

    Frequently Asked Questions


    Can I highlight multiple sections on the same page?

    Yes! Just click on each piece of text you'd like to highlight. The tool lets you put many highlights on any page, allowing you to mark all the points that matter in one go.

    Can text be highlighted across different pages with ease?

    Yes. Use the "Next" and "Previous" buttons to navigate between pages. You can highlight text on a page without losing your place, making it ideal for long documents.

    How do I save my highlights?

    Once you've finished your highlights, press the "Save" button. The application will then process your document and make it downloadable, adding all your highlights into the new PDF.

    Will highlighting change the original document?

    No, the original PDF is not altered. The tool generates a new highlighted copy that you can download and share.

    Is this tool safe for sensitive documents?

    Yes. Files are processed locally in your browser, not on third-party servers. Your data is private, and files are erased upon download.

    Can I access this tool with mobile devices?

    Yes. The PDF highlighter is web-based and responsive, meaning you can highlight text on your smartphones or tablets just as easily as on a computer.

    How accurate is the highlighting?

    You can click on the text you need to highlight directly, making it possible for precise marking.

    Can I highlight images or just text?

    The feature only highlights text, not images.

    What if I am unable to select the text?

    Make sure your PDF is not scanned as an image or secured. If it's a scan, you might want OCR (Optical Character Recognition) software to make the document selectable text.

    How soon does it process and download my highlighted PDF?

    Processing is normally fast, typically within seconds, depending on the size of the files. Downloading is immediate once processing is done.

    Am I limited on the number of highlights I can create?

    No, you can highlight whatever is required. The only restriction is the size of your PDF file, which should be reasonable for your browser to handle.

    How do I avoid missing important details?

    Use the navigation buttons to navigate your document. Highlight each key section as you read the material.

    Can I highlight on scanned PDFs or images?

    Highlighting is only applied to selectable text, not images or scanned pages.

    Can I highlight several PDFs and then merge them?

    The feature does not provide support for merging PDFs. You can highlight them separately and then merge files by visiting https://safepdfkit.com/combine-pdf.

    What happens if I highlight the wrong text by mistake?

    There is no undo feature right now. You should check your highlights carefully before you click "Save." Re-upload the original file if necessary.

    Can the tool be used offline?

    No, the tool requires an internet connection to function and does not operate offline.

    Our USPs

    Security 100% (No files are sent to server for processing)
    File size limits None (No limit on size of files)
    Usage limits None (Process as many files as you want)
    Price Free
    User Information Captured None (We do not request for user information such as email / phone number)
    Ads None (We provide complete ad free experience)

    Over 100k Users Trust SafePDFKit for PDF Editing & Management

    Join a growing community of users who rely on SafePDFKit.com for secure and easy PDF editing, conversion, and document management tools.

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    About The Author

    Harsh Kumar

    Hey there! I'm Harsh Kumar, a dedicated technology enthusiast with a strong passion for music and anime. I tackle challenges head-on and consistently strive for excellence. In my past time, you can find me indulging in my favorite tunes or exploring captivating anime worlds.

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