A PDF editor built
for the cloud
Edit PDFs with ease using our free online PDF editor. Edit text, add comments, annotate,
fill & sign forms then sync it all back to the cloud. Lumin’s tools are designed to make collaboration seamless.
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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.
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.
Merge, split and extract pages
Put your PDFs in order with Lumin’s Page Tools: merge, split, crop, add, delete or rotate PDFs in seconds.
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Collaborate live
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Cross device editing
Free online PDF editor
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
Compress a PDF
Reduce the size of your file for easy sending
Template discovery
Find, fill and sign 5,000+ free online forms and templates
How to edit PDFs with Lumin
1.
Upload
Click the ‘Upload your PDF’ button below, or sign up using the ‘Try for free’ button in the top right.
2.
Open
Your PDF will open inside the Lumin editor. From here, you can select the tool you’re looking for.
3.
Edit
Make your edits: freehand draw, highlight, comment, edit PDF text and much more – all for free!
4.
Save & share
Share your working document via Lumin, sync it to Google Drive, print it or save to your computer.
Templates
Go from discovery to done with our library of forms and templates. We’ve got what you need to tackle any task: tax forms, contract templates, health and safety checklists, onboarding forms and much more.
Browse all templatesPDF editing for everyone
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Teachers and students
Seamlessly share and review lesson plans and learning resources.
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Professionals
Use advanced formatting tools and edit text directly to fast-track processes.
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C-suites
Level up productivity with executive-level tools, unlimited seats and a dedicated success manager.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lumin free?
Sure is! 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?
Lumin 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 our most popular features.
Can I combine PDF files with Lumin?
Yes. You can use Lumin’s Merge tool to combine PDFs. You can also split PDFs in half, extract or delete pages from them, and put PDF pages in a new order.
Can I convert a Word document into a PDF?
Yes! We have a Convert tool that allows you to turn other Word, PPT, Excel and JPG files into PDFs.
Can I use Lumin’s tools while offline?
Yes! While Lumin is designed for the cloud, we know sometimes work happens from the ground. Just switch on “offline mode” and continue editing your document. When you next connect to the internet, your edits will be saved. Learn more here.
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