Across the last four temp intakes, the same errors recur: inconsistent tagging and missing conservation notes. Recomme…
Open your PDF file in Adobe Acrobat.
Click the Comment button in the toolbar to display the commenting tools.
Select the annotation tool you want to use, such as Note, Highlight, Text Box, or Draw.
Click on the PDF page where you want to add your comment or annotation.
Type your comment or draw your annotation as needed.
Click away from the annotation or press Escape to save your comment or annotation.
You can use multiple annotation types in one session, such as highlighting text and adding sticky notes for detailed feedback.
This runs in the Acrobat app - there is no separate API for this task.
Sanitizing comments is very important because comments and markups are a separate layer in your PDF. Even if they are not visible at first glance, they remain recoverable data. If you share a 'final' document without sanitizing it, your review notes, private thoughts, or internal discussions could be seen by others, leading to information leaks. Always use 'Protect > Sanitize' to ensure all hidden review data is permanently removed.
Yes, you can. Acrobat allows you to add comments directly to selected text or images. You can highlight text, underline it, or even strike it out. For images, you can use drawing markup tools to circle parts or add callouts. This helps make your feedback very precise, pointing exactly to what you are talking about.
| Feature | Sticky Note | Text Box |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Small icon, expands when clicked | Visible text box on the page |
| Placement | Can be placed anywhere, often for general notes | Directly on the page, like typing text |
| Use Case | Quick thoughts, reminders, questions | Longer comments, instructions, visible explanations |
Drawing markup tools offer a visual way to give feedback that sticky notes cannot. While sticky notes are great for text comments, drawing tools let you circle, draw arrows, or highlight specific shapes or areas on a document. This is especially useful for visual content like diagrams, photos, or layouts. For example, you can draw a circle around an image to suggest it be moved, or draw a line to indicate text alignment issues, making your feedback clearer and more direct.