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Draw
Sketch freehand notes or drop boxes, lines and ellipses onto the page.
This tool runs entirely in your browser. Your document is never uploaded.
Drop a PDF to draw on
.PDF · up to 50 MB per file · single file
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How to draw on a PDF
Annotate a PDF freehand, or add lines, boxes and ellipses to point things out.
- 1Upload the PDF.
- 2Pick the pen or a shape, and set colour and thickness.
- 3Draw on the page.
- 4Export and download the annotated file.
Why use Draw
- Circle the paragraph you want changed.
- Sketch corrections on plans and diagrams.
- Choose colours and stroke widths that stand out.
- Annotations are drawn locally and exported into the PDF.
Privacy and how your file is handled
This tool runs in your browser using JavaScript and WebAssembly. The file you choose is read locally by the page and is not uploaded to PDFSolution servers.
Read more in our security overview and privacy policy.
Draw — frequently asked questions
- How do I draw on a PDF?
- Open the file, choose the pen tool and draw directly on the page.
- Can I erase a stroke?
- Select and remove it in the editor before exporting.
- Does it work with a stylus?
- Yes, a stylus or touch screen gives the smoothest lines.
- Are drawings editable after export?
- No, once exported they are part of the page content.
- Can I draw straight lines?
- Yes, use the shape tool for lines, boxes and ellipses.