How to change text in a PDF
Change a word, date or short sentence in a PDF and check the result before saving it.
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Correct a word, date, or sentence directly in the text of your PDF.
Use this tool for free as often as you need. The document is processed on your device so its contents remain under your control.
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How it works
- Open the document containing the text.
- Select the text block and enter your correction.
- Read the page again and export a copy.
What you can do
- Correct a word or an existing line
- Adjust size, style and alignment
- Move or resize a text block
See the tool in action
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Try the example
Fictional documents: three practice pages and an appendix, with no personal data.
Page 1: double-click 22/09/2026 and replace it with 24/09/2026. Reduce the size if a font substitution causes wrapping, then search for the new date in the export.
What does this PDF tool do?
SunPDF tries to preserve the original layout and typography. If the required font is unavailable, or the words are part of an image, the editor explains the limitation instead of hiding it.
Document processing happens in your browser. SunPDF does not upload your PDF to a server for editing. Closing or refreshing the tab ends the current session.
When to use this tool
Use this method for a targeted correction such as a date, name, or short sentence when the words are selectable PDF text.
How to check the result
Search for the new wording, inspect the font and line breaks, and confirm that the previous wording no longer appears.
Guides for this tool
Follow the steps and checks to make before saving your document.