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PDF files are easier to read than their Microsoft Word counterparts. However, in order to make changes to them, you need to have a rather pricy program such as Adobe Acrobat. PDFill PDF Editor is a great substitute. You can edit your PDFs the same as you would edit your Word documents. It gives you so many options that you might be overwhelmed.
PDFill PDF Editor smartly tries to mimic Microsoft Word with its layout. Sadly, it doesn't replicate Microsoft Word's ease of use. There are about 100 or more icons that all do different things. While this means you'll be able to do just about anything you want with your PDFs, it also means you'll have trouble finding some features. Though most of the things you'll use most often are in the toolbar, it's still a little too much to see right when you open the program. Whenever you try to make an edit, a new window or text box appears, which is an extra step the program doesn't need to take. Sometimes, this program believes documents are password-protected when they're not, which means even more clicks before you can finish your edits. You need to spend $19.99 to purchase this software, as it's free to try but it will leave you with a watermark on output.
While most users would be fine with a more slimmed-down program, PDFill PDF Editor with its variety of features is a blessing for designers. Users who just need some simple options should perhaps skip on this program and look for a much more user-friendly and less laborious option.
Editors' note: This is a review of the trial version of PDFill PDF Editor 10.0 build 4.
Publisher's Description
From PlotSoft:
Looking for an inexpensive alternative to Adobe Acrobat? Please try PDFill:
Document management to Insert, Replace, Delete, Renumber, Extract, Move, Rotate and Crop PDF Pages, to Add Bookmark, Header, Footer, Watermark, Attachment, Action, JavaScript and Digital Signature into Document;
PDF Form Maker to create, edit, delete, reset and submit Savable PDF form fields with triggers of Keystroke, Format, Validate and Calculate and with Tools for Copy, Table Order and Calculation Order;
PDF Ink Annotator to write, draw, mark or highlight PDF documents on PC with mouse or on Tablet PC using the pen input;
PDF Form Filler to save fill-in PDF forms with data import, export, batch or auto fill;
PDF Filler to add rotated, styled, transparent, stroked and bordered Text, Checkmark, Image, Hyperlink, Whiteout and Highlight; PDF Typewriter to type your international Text into PDF;
PDF Comments to add Stamps (Sign Here/Business/Dynamic/Image/Saved), free annotation, sticky note, popup, file attachment, video, shapes, cloud, polyline and pencil tools;
PDF Drawing to add basic shapes, curves or signature with border and filling style;
PDF scanner to Scan your Paper Form or Photo directly into a blank or existing PDF page;
PDF Action to add Web Link, Form Reset and Submit, JavaScript, Page Navigation, Goto Local or external document and application with mouse trigger;
Tools for Multiple selections, Precise Alignment, Spell-Checker, Curve Eraser, Batch Commands and Tabbed Toolbars.
Save all the editing back to PDF with Information, Encrypt, Initial View and Presentation options and you can save editing now and Resume editing later.
Comes with a free PDF writer to create PDF or Image from any printable program, and free PDF Tools to merge, split, reorder, encrypt, decrypt, rotate, crop, reformat, header, footer, watermark and more.
What's new in this version: Version 10.0 build 4: Support Win 8 and Tablet PC, PDF Ink Annotator, Undo/Redo, Saved Stamps, PDF Initial View Options, Tabbed Toolbars and Bigger Icon Size, 12 Blend Modes, WIA Scanning, Batch Commands, Move PDF Pages...
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All versions:
3.9 starsout of 248 votes
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Current version:
3.7 starsout of 17 votes
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"Requires Java - And installs an old version at that"
Version: PDFill PDF Editor 10.0 build 4
Pros
Used to love, but will no longer install it. Java has become too big of a security issue the last year or so. Almost everytime you turn around, there's another exploit. Java is on the way out.
Cons
Requires Java
Summary
I have to need something pretty bad to install Java these days, and this does not rise to that level of need. No thanks Oracle, and Java, and sadly, PDFill (even though I was a paid user).
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"Excellent product."
Version: PDFill PDF Editor 10.0 build 4
Pros
I do not require this type of program enough to justify paying the high prices other brands require. I found this on Download.cnet.com when I was executor of my mother's will. Many of the state and federal forms are in PDF form and it was a lifesaver for completing that project. I thought the learning curve was low, but the quality of product produced was high.
Cons
None that I have found.
Summary
As I stated before, I don't need this software often but highly recommend it to everyone.
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"PhEnOmInAl Product for little $$"
Version: PDFill PDF Editor 10.0 build 4
Pros
- First the PRICE can not be beat for what you are getting.
- Can do all of the functions I used to do with the MUCH more expensive Adobe product.
- Allows fully flexible editing of existing PDF documents.
- I am finally able to create PDF forms that have editable fields for others.
- Most Important (To me at least) They have a feature to 'quickly' type up an online PDF application/form/etc. without having to print and hand-write the information in.Cons
- None yet based on what I use it for
Summary
For a standard user or even business PDFill is an incredible product that will not break the bank like other 'name-brand' products. It is compatible with Windows 7 so you do not have to worry about upgrading as well. Recommended to all who want to Create/Edit/and save in the popular PDF format.
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"Didn't work for me"
Version: PDFill PDF Editor 10.0 build 4
Pros
Looks nice, probably does stuff
Cons
I couldn't figure out how to get it to cut/delete an image from a pdf document...Maybe there's a way to do it but even after looking at help the edit menu item that was supposed to do it, didn't work.
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"Gret product - fills a good niche"
Version: PDFill PDF Editor 10.0 build 4
Pros
Cheap, full featured, easy to use.
Cons
Really, really would like the ability to copy and paste. That feature comes in handy when I have a box with all the attributes I want, but just want to make more of the same. Also, would like ot be able to Ctrl-A, copy everything, open new PDF, Ctrl-V paste everything into new project. Many times I have forms taht change only slightly and I have to start all over again from scratch.
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"WE LOVE THIS PRODUCT!"
Version: PDFill PDF Editor 10.0 build 4
Pros
My wife needed a pdf tool for her job and came across this one. She chose it due to its high ratings and low cost. She has recommended it to several other people since then, including me. We both find it incredibly user-friendly, and we use it often. It's well worth the money - and we would recommend this product to anyone!
Cons
None come to mind.
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"PDFill makes filling any PDF file painless and easy!"
Version: PDFill PDF Editor 10.0 build 4
Pros
This program is laid out simply and intuitively, and is extremely user friendly. Filling out PDF forms on-line doesn't get any easier than this! The PDFill staff are always friendly, supportive, and ready to resolve the customer's issues with "can-do" attitude.
Cons
I honestly haven't come upon anything that is lacking from an end-user's perspective, and I suspect PDFill staff will continue to aim for excellence just a they always have.
Summary
I'd recommend - and have done so many times - PDFill to anyone looking for a means to complete PDF files electronically and hope to see this program take a lead in the standard software found in any environment that depends on filling out forms quickly and easily.
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"Great but requires Java"
Version: PDFill PDF Editor 10.0 build 4
Pros
This works quickly, does what I need it to do, and the price is right.
Cons
It requires Java.
I've removed Java from my system so I have to sacrifice this software as well. I hope they rewrite it so it no longer needs Java.
My issue with Java is that it keeps enabling its self as a browser plugin, no matter how many times I disable it. So I have to remove it.Summary
Would be 5 stars if it didn't need Java.
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"Great & Highly Useful Product"
Version: PDFill PDF Editor 10.0 build 4
Pros
PDF Editor is inexpensive, highly useful, and
user friendlyCons
No cons that I am aware of.
Summary
It took me about half and hour to learn to use
all of the PDF Editor functions, but it's been smooth
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"Requires Java"
Version: PDFill PDF Editor 10.0 build 4
Pros
There is no pro if if must use software with security threat
Cons
Doesn't provide clear warning ASKING if you want JAVA installed, then when it tries to run it opens a dialog box informing it will install java with an "OK" box, without a "cancel" box, but doesn't ask permission, your only option is to "X" the dialog box hoping it cancels installation.
Summary
This software is a security risk.
