How to add a reference note to a PDF

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Find a clear space

Reference notes — a case number, "received on" date or short instruction — belong in an empty margin or header area, not on top of existing text. Look for space at the top of the first page or along the side margin.

Steps

  1. Open Edit PDF and upload the document.
  2. Choose Add Text and click in the empty area.
  3. Type the note; adjust size and colour so it is readable but clearly an addition.
  4. Drag it into position, then click Save and download.

Open Edit PDF

Check the saved result

  • The note appears in the downloaded file, in the same place.
  • It does not cover any original text.
  • Numbers in the note are correct — re-read them against your source.

Comments instead of text

If the note is feedback rather than part of the document, use Annotate PDF's Comment tool instead.

Open Annotate PDF

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