PDF editor

A PDF (Portable Document Format) is a file type created to keep documents looking exactly the same everywhere—same fonts, layout, spacing, and images—no matter the device or software. That reliability is why PDFs are the go-to choice for forms, resumes, legal files, contracts, and anything where a clean, professional appearance matters. Whether you’re sharing a simple one-pager or a detailed multi-section report, the PDF format ensures nothing shifts out of place.

Why PDFs are so widely used:

• The layout stays identical across devices

• They can be opened on virtually any system

• They support password protection and other security features

• They’re ideal for business, education, legal, and government documents

Because PDFs handle structured content so well, they’re a smart formatting choice for custom-designed forms. Wixel’s form builder lets you create professional, fillable layouts that export cleanly to PDF, ready for sharing or collecting responses.

Because PDFs preserve formatting and are easy to open on any device, they’re used across nearly every industry and profession. Whether you’re a student submitting assignments, a business owner sharing invoices, or a job seeker sending a polished resume, the PDF format ensures your document appears exactly as intended. It’s a universal standard that gives people confidence their content won’t shift, break, or misalign.

Common PDF users include:

• Job seekers sending resumes and portfolios

• Businesses sharing reports, invoices, or contracts

• Teachers and students distributing coursework

• Legal and government bodies handling official forms

A polished PDF goes a long way—especially in professional settings. With Wixel’s resume builder, you can create a clean, modern resume that exports perfectly to PDF, giving you a document that looks sharp wherever it’s viewed.

Editing a PDF with Wixel is designed to feel natural, even if you’ve never touched a PDF editor before. You can fill in forms, sign documents, annotate sections, or shuffle pages around without needing any software—everything happens right in your browser. Simply upload your file, describe what you want to change, and Wixel’s design agent guides you through each step so you always feel in control of the final outcome.

Here’s how to edit a PDF in Wixel:

• Upload your PDF to the editor

• Sign in or create a free account

• Manually, or use simple prompts to; add text, reorder pages, highlight, annotate, or adjust elements

• Review the AI Breakdown panel to tweak individual elements

• Download your polished PDF when you’re done

Once your edits are complete and the structure feels right, you can enhance your document with polished visuals. Wixel’s AI image generator creates custom graphics you can insert directly into your PDF, keeping everything in one smooth workflow.

Yes—Wixel gives you clean, simple controls for managing the structure of your PDF. You can add new pages, delete ones you don’t need, and easily reorganize the entire document. Just upload your file and use the dedicated page menu to insert or remove pages, then drag and drop to place everything in the right order. It’s a quick way to tidy up reports, fix mixed-up scans, or reshape long documents into something that reads more clearly.

To add or delete pages in Wixel:

• Upload your document

• Open the page menu to remove pages or choose where new ones should appear

• Apply your changes and preview the updated layout

Once your page order is set, you can refine the images you’ve added to your document for a cleaner, more consistent layout. Wixel’s photo editor lets you adjust, crop, and enhance visuals before placing them on new pages, helping your PDF look polished from start to finish.

Absolutely. Wixel was built to feel effortless whether you’re on a laptop at home or reviewing a document from your phone while on the go. Because everything runs in your browser, you don’t need downloads or updates—just sign in and pick up where you left off. The interface automatically adapts to smaller screens, making editing, signing, or annotating easy even on mobile.

How Wixel supports cross-device editing:

• A responsive interface designed for any screen size

• Changes saved instantly to your account for seamless switching

• Touch-friendly tools on mobile

• Access from phone, tablet, or desktop

After exporting your edited PDF, you can adapt key text or visuals using Wixel’s social media templates to keep your messaging consistent across channels.

PDFs behave differently because they’re designed for stability, not flexibility. Word documents naturally reflow and adjust as you type, but PDFs “lock in” formatting so the layout stays identical everywhere. That’s why tools like Wixel are so helpful—they give you editing control without disrupting that fixed structure. Think of PDFs as final, presentation-ready files, whereas Word documents are living drafts meant to be shaped and reshaped.

Why PDF editing feels more rigid:

• Text and elements don’t reflow the way they do in Word

• Formatting is preserved intentionally

• Specialized tools are required for edits, annotations, or rearranging

For documents still in the drafting stage, it’s often easier to refine your wording and layout in an editable format first. Wixel’s document editor helps you shape your content before turning it into a stable, share-ready PDF.

Yes—Wixel gives you clean, simple controls for managing the structure of your PDF. You can add new pages, delete ones you don’t need, or reorganize the entire document without feeling like you’re wrestling with a complicated editor. Just upload your file and use the dedicated page menu to insert or remove pages, then drag and drop to place everything in the right order. It’s a quick way to tidy up reports, fix mixed-up scans, or reshape long documents into something that reads more clearly.

To add or delete pages in Wixel:

• Upload your document

• Open the page menu to remove pages or choose where new ones should appear

• Apply your changes and preview the updated layout

Once your pages are in the right order, fine-tuning the visuals can help the whole document feel more cohesive. Wixel’s image resizer gives you quick control over image dimensions so everything fits naturally into the final PDF.

Wixel lets you add new text and notes to a PDF in a clear, structured way. Instead of typing directly on the page, you can place elements like sticky-note shapes, text boxes, or your signature wherever you need them. It’s ideal for reviewing contracts, adding clarifications, filling in form-style sections, or leaving guidance for someone else. Once placed, you can adjust the color, size, and style of the text you’ve added—while the original PDF content stays safely preserved.

To add text or annotations in Wixel:

• Upload your PDF

• Choose a text box, sticky note, or signature from the toolbar

• Type your message and adjust its color, size, or position

• Review your additions and download the updated file

When you need more stylized text inserts on your visuals, you can prepare them beforehand with Wixel’s add text to photo feature and then place them neatly inside your PDF.

Wixel doesn’t currently support freehand drawing, but you can still make clear, visual annotations using built-in highlighting and element tools. Underlines, strikethroughs, shapes, and arrows help you communicate ideas without needing a full sketch tool. You can also insert images or icons, then resize and position them to guide your reader’s attention.

What you can do today:

• Highlight, underline, or strike through text

• Add shapes or other elements

• Insert images or logos and move them as needed

While freehand drawing isn’t part of the editor yet, the existing annotation and element tools cover most markup needs. They also work seamlessly alongside inserted images, making visuals easy to position and scale within your document.

The best free PDF editor should be easy to use, powerful enough for real-world workflows, and accessible on any device—which is exactly the space Wixel was built for. You can edit, annotate, sign, and reorganize documents with AI-driven assistance, all inside a clean interface that works on desktop and mobile. Plus, Wixel connects directly to a full suite of creative tools, letting you generate images, adjust photos, or refine designs without ever leaving the editor.

Why Wixel stands out:

• Fully web-based and works across all devices

• Built-in AI for fast, accurate edits

• AI Breakdown panel for element-level control

• Integrated tools like the AI artwork generator and photo editor

• No installs, hidden fees, or restrictions

Because Wixel connects editing tools with creative tools, you can move from annotating a document to generating artwork or editing photos without switching platforms. This blend of editing and creativity is what makes Wixel one of the most capable free PDF editors available today.