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How to Correct an Incorrect Comment Name or Heading in Acrobat Reader Mobile
Question details
The user needs to remove or correct an improperly labeled comment or heading that appears when interacting with highlighted text.
- Product
- Acrobat Reader Mobile
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Reviewing or editing a PDF document on a mobile device where a previously added comment displays the wrong author name or incorrect heading information.
- Observed behavior
- When the user taps on highlighted text within the PDF, an incorrectly created comment name or heading is displayed.
Ensure your mobile PDF application is updated to the latest version and that the document you are viewing is not restricted from editing or commenting.
Delete and Recreate the Incorrect PDF Comment
The most effective way to correct a wrong name or heading in mobile PDF readers is to delete the faulty comment from the comments panel and create a new one.
In many mobile PDF applications, including Acrobat Reader Mobile, comment metadata such as the author name or heading cannot be edited directly after it is posted. Removing the original comment and adding a new one ensures the correct profile information is captured.
Open the document in your mobile PDF app and tap the three-dot menu icon located in the top-right corner of the screen.
Select 'Comments' from the dropdown menu to view a list of all annotations and highlights in the document.
Locate the incorrectly created comment in the list and tap the trash-can icon to delete it.
Highlight the text again and add a new comment, verifying that the correct name or heading is now displayed.
Effortlessly Manage PDF Comments with WPS Office
WPS Office features a powerful, built-in PDF editor for both mobile and desktop. You can easily add, edit, or delete comments, highlights, and annotations, ensuring your document feedback is accurate and professionally formatted.
- 1. Open your PDF: Launch the WPS Office mobile app and open the PDF document you wish to review.
- 2. Access annotation tools: Tap 'Tools' at the bottom of the screen and navigate to the 'Annotation' tab.
- 3. Remove incorrect comments: Tap on the highlighted text or the specific comment, then tap the 'Delete' icon to remove it.
- 4. Add updated feedback: Select the text again, tap 'Comment', and enter your new notes with the correct information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my PDF comment show the wrong author name?
The author name on PDF comments is usually tied to the account profile or app settings active at the time the comment was created. If you are signed into a different account or using a generic device profile, the name will reflect that active account rather than your desired name.
Can I edit the comment author name without deleting the comment?
In most mobile PDF readers, author names are fixed once the comment is posted and cannot be edited directly. The most reliable method is to delete the incorrect comment and recreate it while ensuring your correct profile is active.
How do I change my default comment name in PDF mobile apps?
You typically need to access the app's main settings or preferences menu. Locate the 'Author', 'Identity', or 'Account' section, and update your profile name. This updated name will be used as the default for all future annotations.
