Take Notes on PDF
- Highlight key points for easy review and study.
- Tag file and write feedback for seamless collaboration.
- Write, draw, and sign directly on your PDF documents.
- Enjoy a full suite of PDF annotation tools, completely free.

Key Features of PDF Sticky Notes
Go beyond simple reading. Interact with your documents using a versatile toolkit designed for clarity and collaboration.

Mark down and Underline Text
- Emphasize key information with customizable highlighters.
- Underline or strikethrough text to mark its importance or status.
- Quickly find your annotations in a convenient notes panel.
- Perfect for studying, research, and document review.
Add Sticky Notes to PDF
- Insert text boxes anywhere to add detailed notes.
- Use sticky notes to leave comments without cluttering the page.
- Reply to comments to create a collaborative feedback loop.
- Ideal for team projects, proofreading, and peer reviews.


Draw, Write, and Sign on PDFs
- Use the pencil tool for freehand drawing and writing.
- Add shapes like circles, arrows, and squares to draw attention.
- Easily add your electronic signature to sign documents.
- Customize color, thickness, and opacity of your drawings.
Multi-Platform Access
Take notes on your PDFs on Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android. Your work syncs across devices.
Secure and Private
Your documents and notes are processed locally, ensuring your data remains secure and private.
Completely Free
Access all essential annotation features without subscriptions or hidden fees. It's free, forever.
How People Use WPS to Add Notes on PDFs
See how students, researchers, and professionals are boosting their productivity with our free PDF annotator.

Sarah J.
University Student
"WPS Office is a lifesaver for my studies. I can highlight lecture slides and take notes directly on my research papers. The best part is that it's completely free for students!"

Mark T.
Legal Analyst
"Reviewing contracts is so much easier now. I use the comment and underline tools to provide feedback to my team. It has streamlined our entire review process."

Dr. Chen
Researcher
"I have to read dozens of academic papers a week. The ability to take notes directly on the PDF and organize my thoughts with highlights is invaluable for my research workflow."
How to Add Notes to a PDF
Get started with our intuitive PDF annotation tools in seconds.

Beyond Notes: Explore More PDF Tools
WPS Office is a complete PDF solution. Discover other powerful features to enhance your document workflow.
PDF Converter
Seamlessly convert PDFs to Word, Excel, PPT, and image formats, and vice versa.
Learn moreSign PDF
Add your electronic or digital signature to sign documents securely and efficiently.
Learn moreComments to PDF
Add collaborative feedback and review comments directly on your PDF files.
Learn morePDF Highlight
Emphasize important text with various colors to make key information stand out.
Learn moreFrequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about taking notes on PDFs with WPS Office.
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