As the most popular operating system around the world, every upgrade of Microsoft Windows has attracted the attention of the public. Among them, Windows 10 and Windows 11 are the most used versions.
Some of those who need to work with cumbersome PDF tasks on Windows 11/10 may ask: Does Microsoft Windows have a PDF editor? How to Edit a PDF on Windows 11/10? What is the Best PDF Editor for Windows 11/10? Hold on a minute, you can find the solution in this article in no time!
Cisdem PDFMaster
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The truth is no, there is currently no built-in PDF editor on Windows. Microsoft Edge provides a basic PDF reader for users but can not edit files. Plus, users can open PDF with Microsoft Word and make it editable, but it requires installation and subscription.
Perhaps many Microsoft users look forward to a built-in PDF editor like Mac Preview , so that users can easily achieve the function of viewing, modifying, editing and sharing PDF. The fact is that Windows users can only use third-party software to edit PDF files.
To choose a professional and suitable PDF editor, you can start from the following dimensions.
The first thing that users need to consider when selecting a professional editor is whether its editing functions are powerful. When users turn a PDF file into an editable document, has the layout of the file changed? Except for editing and modifying the text, does the PDF editor have other tools such as annotating, inserting elements, rearranging pages, filling forms and signing PDF? You can check all of these on the product website or reviews.
Other than providing the basic features for users, a qualified PDF editor should also offer some advanced and robust features for users. Such as adding digital signature block, making scanned PDF searchable and editable, encrypting, unlocking, processing files in batch, etc.
Compared to the complicated learning curve of some software, a editor with straightforward interface is more attractive to most users. An intuitive interface and timely after-sales service make users much easier to navigate the rich features included.
Most of the offline PDF editors on the market are paid on a monthly, annual or lifetime basis. There are also discounts for businesses that need a large number of licenses. In contrast, most online editors are free to use, but there are certain restrictions on uploading and downloading.
After learning about the vital factors in choosing a professional PDF editor, we have picked out several excellent PDF editors on Windows 11/10. Let your personal preferences guide you in making your decision from the following PDF editors.
Cisdem PDFMaster is a best-in-class PDF solution that aids users to edit and change text in PDF, annotate and comment on PDF, rearrange pages, merge multiple files, set or unlock password, convert and create PDF files, create fillable forms and so forth. Almost all the features you may need to work with PDF have been included in this program. Moreover, to boost work efficiency, it supports batch processing dozens of documents at one go.
Latest Version: 3.5.0
Software Size: 256MB
Price: $49.99/yr, $79.99/lifetime
Use the aforementioned criteria to measure Cisdem PDFMaster. This PDF editor offers users not only a wealth of editing tools, but also robust advanced features at a reasonable and cost-effective price. It solves complex tasks for users with the most intuitive interface and simple steps, while safeguarding all the information uploaded. This is definitely your best choice on Windows 11/10.
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Adobe Acrobat, a PDF product issued by Adobe Inc., has enjoyed a good reputation for many years due to its full range of robust features. It is designed to help businesses and individuals view, edit, sign, convert, protect, compress and combine PDF files. However, all of these are built on a complex interface that requires a long learning curve. And its prohibitively expensive price forces people to turn to its cheaper alternatives. In short, regardless of price, Adobe Acrobat is undoubtedly the first choice in PDF industry.
Latest Version: Adobe Acrobat DC 24.002.20736
Software Size: 1.11 GB
Pricing:
Standard DC: Start at $12.99/mo ($155.88/yr); $22.99/mo.
Pro DC: Start at $19.99/mo ($239.88/yr); $29.99/mo.
PDF-XChange Editor brings reliable and practical service in PDF editing, annotating, converting, printing, signing, and also filling. It comes with several trial features that will add a watermark to the final output. Users will only be able to remove the watermark if they purchase an upgraded version. Besides, the Plus version enables four additional functions— inserting dynamic stamps, creating fillable PDF forms, comparing documents and performing advanced OCR.
Latest Version: PDF-XChange Editor 10.3.0.386
Software Size: 337 MB
Pricing:
Single user license: $56
3 User Pack: $154
5 User Pack: $254
More than 70% of the functions can be used without a license, but watermarks will be placed on all the pages when you use the editing tools and the remaining features.
Apart from specialized PDF editing software, there are still a few 100% free tools for you to choose from. Although they may not be as powerful, they are sufficient for simple PDF editing needs.
LibreOffice is an open-source office suite that provides users an opportunity to process text, create spreadsheets, slideshows, diagrams, compose mathematical formulas, etc. Open-source software is computer software with source code that everyone has the right to use, study and modify. Therefore, this is a 100% free PDF editor without any restriction for every user. But it is worth mentioning that during the test, the imported PDF file had font changes and formatting distortion.
Latest Version: LibreOffice 7.6.7
Software Size: 348 MB
There are countless online PDF websites today, and DeftPDF is one that stands out. It provides 40+ free tools such as editor, organizer, translator, combiner, compressor, signature creator, converter and more. And it is not limited by any platform or device at all.
Microsoft Word is a qualified and authoritative word processing software which was first released in 1983. Users can use Microsoft Word via purchasing standalone product, or getting the license of Microsoft Office suite or Microsoft 365. And it is available on both desktop and mobile phones. Word makes it simple to edit and replace text in PDF, change fonts, manipulate layout, adjust margins, insert images, etc.
Feasible Version: Microsoft Word 2013 or later.
Comparing several ways to get a cheap license, we find out that you can use Microsoft Word by buying Microsoft 365 Personal for $6.99 a month or $69.99 a year. Before getting the license, you have one month free trial. If you don’t want to pay for software, Office Online is the easiest way to use Microsoft Word without paying.
The above are the top 6 ways to edit PDF on Windows 11/10 we gathered for you. If you work with PDF documents occasionally, the free office suite LibreOffice can provide an excellent service for you. For office workers who need to perform dozens of PDF tasks every day, Cisdem PDFMaster is the best PDF editor on Windows from an overall view.
Bianca is a senior tech editor and strategist at Cisdem with Over 10 years of experience on PDF related solutions which covers all document editing, annotating, converting and managing etc.
Nathan
PDFmaster is much easier than adobe and other pdf editors I used before. Editing text in pdf isn't a hard task for me anymore.