Create a fillable PDF
Make a PDF into a form online, in seconds. Drop your PDF file below and add fillable text boxed. Easily create a fillable PD online for free.
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How to create a fillable PDF
Follow these simple steps to create a fillable PDF.
1
Upload
Drop a PDF file into the dropzone above or click the 'Upload' button.
2
Click ‘Fill & Sign’
Sign-in and select ‘Fill & Sign’ in the left navigation bar of the editor.
3
Add a text field
From here click ‘Form Builder’ and add a text field to your document.
Do more than add fillable fields
PDF editing made easy
Easily edit PDF text
No more workarounds. Use our Edit PDF text feature to directly make updates to your PDF content.
Sign documents online
Ditch the printer and eSign your PDF in seconds. Add safe and secure signatures and initials to any PDF for free.
Split, extract and rotate PDF pages
Put your PDFs in order with Lumin’s Page Tools: split, crop, add, delete or rotate PDFs in seconds.
Google-integrated PDF editor
Cut time and tools by consolidating your online PDF editing process. Open documents directly into Lumin from Google Drive, Gmail or Classroom, edit them, then sync them back to your Google Drive storage.
One platform for all your PDF tools
Bring work to life with our comprehensive suite of PDF editing tools. Share, edit and comment on documents in the cloud.
Edit PDF text
Edit PDF text directly without converting your document
eSign a PDF
Create a unique eSignature for quick signing
Fillable forms
Build fillable forms to make paperwork easy
Merge PDF files
Combine multiple documents to create a single PDF
Collaborate live
Share feedback, action items and edit documents in real-time
Mark-up PDFs
Draw, add shapes, text, highlights, images and more
Convert to PDF
Convert your Word, Excel, JPG or PPT files into PDFs
Unlock a PDF
Gain access to password protected files in just a few clicks
Split PDF files
Split and extract information into multiple PDF files
PDF Reader
Open PDF documents on your browser, desktop, mobile or tablet
Search scanned text
Make scanned text readable and searchable with OCR
Google Workspace
Lumin integrates with Google: use it from Drive, Classroom and Gmail
Template discovery
Find, fill and sign 5,000+ free online forms and templates
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Frequently asked questions
Is Lumin free to use?
Lots of our tools are free. You can draw on PDFs, comment on them, add text, signatures and images; all the basics are covered.
Our paid plans expand your toolkit: you can edit PDF text, redact information, create fillable fields and much more. Discover our plans to learn which one is the right fit for you.
How do I use Lumin?
The Lumin app works on your browser, or you can download our desktop app and keep Lumin handy on your computer. We’ve also got a mobile and tablet app which includes Lumin’s most popular features.
How do I create a fillable PDF online?
Creating a fillable PDF is simple. Upload your PDF, add form fields where you want users to enter information, customize field properties, and save your interactive form.
How do I make specific parts of my PDF fillable?
To create fillable PDF fields:
1. Upload your document
2. Click where you want to add a field
3. Choose the field type
4. Add field labels and instructions
5. Test your form
Will recipients need special software to fill out the form?
No. When you create a fillable PDF with our PDF editor, recipients can complete it using any standard PDF reader or browser. They don't need special software or to create an account.
Discover our products
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