How To Edit A PDF On A Mac (2023)

You're probably here because:

• You've got a Mac;
• Also a PDF file;
• And you wish to edit the document;
• But you're not quite sure how to do it.

Today, we're going to teach you everything about editing PDF files using an iMac or a MacBook. It's really not that hard!

When reaching the end of this post, you're going to know how easy it is to edit a pDF on a Mac — it's free, and it only takes a few seconds.

Why can't I edit a PDF on Mac?

It's simple — PDF files are not meant to be edited. Though, you can use a third-party software like SignHouse to edit a PDF by adding your signature, multiple text fields, checkboxes and so on.

SignHouse's PDF editor for Mac devices against no charge, so you're free to edit a PDF at any time without any limits.

How to edit a PDF on Mac (for free)

To edit a PDF on your Mac, select the file you want to change, upload it, and then start making changes: add text, sign, convert to other formats etc. After that, simply download the edited PDF in a click.

1. Upload a PDF

First, upload the PDF that you want to edit using your Mac.

You can either drag and drop the document or browse your Mac's local files.

2. Edit the PDF

This is what you came here for: editing the PDF. You'll now see a preview of the file that will change according to the mods you're making to the file.

The menu on the left side of the screen shows you the features you've got with SignHouse's PDF editor for Mac users:

1. Add signature;
2. New text fields;
3. Date blocks;
4. Checkboxes;
5. More.

Pro Tip: If you want to get access to the contract in the image above, make sure to see our Non-Compete Agreement Template that is free to duplicate & use.

3. Sign & Download

After finishing the edits on the PDF using your Mac, you can electronically sign it and then download it.

Though, if you don't want that, you can just directly save the edited file.

That's it! You've just edited a PDF using your Mac.

Does Mac have its own PDF editor?

Not quite. Apple has the Preview app, but it won't let you edit the text of a PDF or fill PDF forms, for instance. For that, you need an online software such as SignHouse.