Sign PDFs easily in Preview on Apple devices

Did you know that in the United States, electronic signatures are just as valid as good old handwritten signatures? Pretty cool, right?

But if you're wondering how to include a digital version of John Hancock in your online documents, you're not alone.

Don't worry, I've got you covered.

Below is a simple step-by-step guide to add digital signatures to documents on your Apple device without the hassle of printing, signing, and scanning. Let's dive in. (Windows users please follow these steps. )

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How to sign PDFs on iPhone

One of the many benefits of owning an iPhone is the ability to electronically sign documents even when you're away from your laptop or desktop. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to sign the PDF you receive.

• After verifying that the sender is legitimate, Open PDF If you don't already see it in your email.
• Press and hold PDF whether it can be displayed in the body of the email, or Click to open PDF.
• In the pop-up window, select Markup and replies
• at the bottom right of the markup toolbar. “+” icon
• choice Add signature

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• choice Add or remove signatures
• Use your finger, stylus, or Apple Pencil to please sign your name
• Once you are satisfied with your signature, end.

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• To resize your signature, Drag the surrounding blue dots.
• To place the signature correctly, select and drag Move to the correct position in the document.
• Then select end
• The drop-down menu displays the following options: Reply the original email that opened the PDF, or save to file Want to save a signed PDF to your iPhone so you can email it later?

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How to add a signature to a PDF or document using your Mac

All Mac computers come standard with a program called Preview. A great free tool for viewing or editing photos and PDFs. In addition to being able to crop and rotate images using Preview, you can easily annotate and add signatures to PDFs on your Apple laptop or desktop computer.

• Open the PDF document in Preview. If the PDF does not open in Preview, right-click the PDF and hover over it. open with and select preview.
• Once the document is open, tap tool It's located at the top of the toolbar.
• scroll to annotateHover over and scroll. sign and tap Manage signatures…
• Signatures can be added in three different ways. trackpad, camera or iPhone.

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Create a signature using your trackpad

To use your trackpad, or Mouse To create a digital signature:

• Please press where it says trackpad.
• Then tap Click here to get started Start signing using your mouse or trackpad. While a mouse may be more accurate, this option is a little more sensitive and makes it a little harder to recreate the signature cleanly the way you want.
• Once you've created your signature, press . any keyClick , then end.
• Then your sign and press it Place it anywhere on the document using your trackpad.
• if you want to resize Drag the blue dots around your signature.
• When done, click outside the box Around your signature, keep Click for documentation file Click in the upper left corner of the screen, scroll down, and click. keep.

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Create a signature using your camera

To use this option, you will need to take out a piece of paper and pen and sign your name on the piece of paper, or if you have a hard copy of the document already signed.

• First, press where it says camera.
• Then tap Click here to get started
• sign your name Sign a piece of white paper and hold it up to the camera so it's level with the blue line in the window.
• Once the signature appears in the window, end.
• Then your sign and press it Place it anywhere on the document using your trackpad.
• if you want to resize Drag the blue dots around your signature.
• When done, click outside the box Around your signature, keep Click for documentation file iClick the top left corner of the screen, scroll down, and click . keep.

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Create a signature using your iPhone or iPad

If you have both a Mac and an iPhone or iPad, this may be the easiest option.

• If the device is connected, iPhone or iPad Once you select the preview signature manager option, a box will appear on your phone to sign with your finger. Go ahead and sign.
• When you're done signing, tap . end, It will reappear in Preview on your Mac.
• Then your sign and press it Place it anywhere on the document using your trackpad.
• if you want to resize Drag the blue dots around your signature.
• Click when finished outside the box Around your signature, keep Click for documentation file iClick in the upper left corner of the screen, scroll down and click . keep.

After you create a signature on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, your new digital signature is available on any device that shares the same Apple ID.

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Cart important points

Gone are the days when it took time and money to sign documents and get them to the necessary parties. Digital signatures are just as binding as handwritten signatures in most situations, so using either method to create an electronic signature allows you to sign and email important documents.

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