How to fill in a form and sign a PDF
Follow these easy steps to fill and sign a PDF using an e-signature:
- Click the Select a file button above or drag and drop a file into the drop zone.
- Choose the PDF document you want to fill in and sign.
- Your file will be uploaded to Acrobat web. You must be signed in to complete the fillable form.
- Use the tools in the Sign panel to fill in the form fields and add your PDF signature.
- Click Next to proceed.
- Download your completed form or share your signed PDF online with a secure link.
Try our free tool to fill and sign PDFs
Fill and sign PDF forms online
Form filling is quick and easy with the Adobe Acrobat Fill & Sign tool. Upload a file, then add text, checkmarks, lines and more and you can place your electronic signature instantly.
Add your PDF signature fast
To sign PDF forms, create a signature and then place it or your initials anywhere in the PDF document. You can type, draw or upload an image of your signature.
Speed up your workflows
The Acrobat online signature tool lets you fill in a form, sign it, and share it — all without leaving Acrobat. Enjoy seamless e-signing from anywhere, anytime.
Share files after e-signing
After signing in to download your form, you can securely share your free PDF file with others in just a few clicks. Recipients receive a trusted link by email.
No installation required
You can use Acrobat online PDF tools in any browser, so you don’t need to install any additional software. All you need is an internet connection to sign PDF documents online.
A free, trusted PDF filler
As the inventor of PDF, Adobe has been working with PDF forms longer than any other company. So you can trust the quality of Acrobat tools when filling in and signing PDFs.
Questions? We have answers.
The Acrobat online PDF filler tool lets you go paperless by completing fillable fields and signing documents online. After uploading a PDF, use the form filler toolbar to add text boxes, tick boxes, checkmarks, circles, lines, and dots. Then, create an electronic signature to sign your document effortlessly. Sign in to save your file to Adobe cloud storage and download your completed form.
If you try Adobe Acrobat Pro for free for seven days, you can request signatures from others without hassle. Recipients receive an easy-to-use link by email to sign the document online in minutes. You can also track signing progress with real-time notifications and an audit trail.
Subscribers to the Acrobat Pro trial unlock advanced features, including:
- Digital signatures with validation and timestamps.
- Creating and editing PDF files.
- Converting PDFs to Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Optical Character Recognition (OCR) for scanned documents.
- Annotating, resizing, and watermarking PDFs.
- Mobile access via Adobe Acrobat Reader.
After uploading your document, follow these steps to add your handwritten signature:
- Select Add signature.
- Click Image, then Select image to browse for an image of your handwritten signature. You can also create signatures by typing your name or drawing your signature using a mouse or track pad.
- Drag your new electronic signature into a signature field or anywhere on the PDF. Click to place your signature.
- Sign in to download or share your signed document.
To sign a PDF on your phone or tablet, follow these steps:
- Access Adobe's PDF Editor:
- On your device's web browser, navigate to Adobe's online PDF Editor.
- Sign in with your Adobe, Apple, or Google account.
- Upload and Sign the PDF:
- Upload the PDF document you wish to sign.
- Tap on 'Sign' to open the signature options.
- Choose to type, draw, or upload an image of your signature.
- If using a touchscreen device, you can draw your signature directly on the screen.
- Place and Save Your Signature:
- Position and resize the signature as needed within the document.
- Save the signed PDF to your device or share it directly.
For Android users, the Adobe Acrobat Reader app is also available for signing PDFs. Download it from the Google Play Store, sign in, upload your PDF, and use the 'Sign' feature to add your signature.
For iPad users with an Apple Pencil, you can draw your signature directly using the Apple Pencil for a more natural signing experience.
Use Acrobat tools for free
- Sign in to try 25+ tools, like convert or compress
- Add comments, fill in forms and sign PDFs for free
- Store your files online to access from any device
