Need to edit a PDF document but don’t want to pay for the more expensive Adobe editors? You can add text to and sign a PDF with just the free Reader program.

This post will show you how to convert a PDF document to a fillable form in LibreOffice. A PDF can be used as a file to create a form with blank fields like text areas.

In other words, Adobe Reader won't let you add text. What you need is a program that's a little more accommodating, PDF-wise. Try Foxit Reader 4.3, which allows you to add text to any PDF.

In most cases, Adobe PDF files contain static data, not intended for other users to edit. PDF forms, however, can have editable text boxes, allowing you to fill out the form without having to ...

Need to add text to a PDF that doesn't support editing? No problem -- and no extra software required.