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Add comments and notes to documents in real-time.
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Annotate your PDF digitally
Keep it easy in the cloud. Upload your PDF files and use our suite of digital annotation tools to make your mark. Add shapes, text, comments, images and more.
We’re in sync with Google
We make it easy for you by being fully integrated with the tools you love, like Google and Dropbox. All your edits are made in real-time and your work saved automatically.
Tools for everyone
Whether you’re a student looking to highlight PDF notes, a teacher looking to mark homework or you’re simply looking to sign and send a document, you can do it with Lumin.
Annotate your PDF digitally
Keep it easy in the cloud. Upload your PDF files and use our suite of digital annotation tools to make your mark. Add shapes, text, comments, images and more.
We’re in sync with Google
We make it easy for you by being fully integrated with the tools you love, like Google and Dropbox. All your edits are made in real-time and your work saved automatically.
Tools for everyone
Whether you’re a student looking to highlight PDF notes, a teacher looking to mark homework or you’re simply looking to sign and send a document, you can do it with Lumin.
Annotate your PDF digitally
Keep it easy in the cloud. Upload your PDF files and use our suite of digital annotation tools to make your mark. Add shapes, text, comments, images and more.
We’re in sync with Google
We make it easy for you by being fully integrated with the tools you love, like Google and Dropbox. All your edits are made in real-time and your work saved automatically.
Tools for everyone
Whether you’re a student looking to highlight PDF notes, a teacher looking to mark homework or you’re simply looking to sign and send a document, you can do it with Lumin.
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Try our PDF annotator for free.
How to annotate a PDF
1. Sign-up
Head to luminpdf.com and create a free account, if you haven’t already. Upgrade to Pro free for 7 days to unlock our full suite of features including advanced PDF annotation tools and increased storage capacity.
2. Add files
Upload a PDF via Google Drive or Dropbox, or simply drag it in from your desktop and double click to open.
3. Explore tools
You’ll see our full suite of annotation features in your toolbar. Try them out!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lumin free?
Sure is! Though we do have options for people and businesses wanting to unlock all our features – such as unlimited storage and certain tools only available to Pro and Business users – you can try Lumin Pro free for 7 days, or stay on a Free plan. Discover our plans to learn which one is the right fit for you.
How do I use Lumin?
Lumin works on your browser, or you can download our desktop app and keep Lumin handy on your computer. We’ve also got a mobile and tablet app which includes Lumin’s most popular features.
Can I highlight PDFs?
Yes, absolutely. We have a highlighter feature available to all Professional users. Upgrade to Pro (free for 7 days) to try out this feature yourself.
Can I draw on PDF documents?
Yes, we have a freehand tool that lets you draw on documents. Use it on your tablet with a pen for more control. You’ll find the freehand tool in Lumin’s toolbar.