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How to Change Freehand Drawing Color in Adobe Reader on iPad Pro
Question details
The user wants to know how to change the freehand drawing color from the default red to black within the Adobe Reader application on an iPad Pro.
- Product
- Adobe Reader
- Device & OS
- iPad Pro (iPadOS)
- Scenario
- Annotating a PDF document using the freehand drawing tool.
- Observed behavior
- The freehand drawing color defaults to red, and the user cannot immediately find the setting to change it to black or another color before making a mark.
Ensure you have the target PDF document opened in your Adobe Reader app and verify that the app is updated to the latest version on your iPad Pro.
Change the Color via the Drawing Properties Menu
Modify the color of your freehand annotations by tapping an existing drawing to access its specific properties menu.
In the Adobe Reader app for iPad, color customization for the freehand tool works retroactively. You must create an initial stroke on the document to access the specific color palette for that comment type.
Select the freehand drawing tool from the annotation menu and draw a stroke anywhere on your PDF document.
Tap directly on the freehand drawing you just created to display the context menu for that specific annotation.
Tap on 'Color' in the pop-up menu that appears to open the color palette.
Select black or any other preferred color from the available swatches.
Easily Annotate and Draw on PDFs with WPS Office
If you are looking for an intuitive way to manage your PDF annotations, WPS Office provides a powerful PDF reader and editor for iPad that lets you easily select your preferred freehand drawing color, add comments, and modify documents seamlessly.
- 1. Open the PDF document: Launch WPS Office on your iPad Pro and open the PDF file you wish to annotate.
- 2. Access the annotation tools: Tap on the 'Edit' or 'Annotation' tab at the top of the screen and select the Pen tool.
- 3. Select your desired color: Tap the color palette icon on the toolbar to choose black, red, or any custom color before drawing.
- 4. Draw and save: Draw directly on your document and tap 'Done' to securely save your customized annotations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why can't I change the drawing color before making a mark in Adobe Reader on my iPad?
In the mobile and tablet versions of Adobe Reader, the color properties for the freehand tool are designed to be modified by tapping an active or existing stroke. Drawing a small stroke first makes the context menu available.
Will Adobe Reader remember my chosen freehand color?
Yes. Once you select a new color for your freehand drawing, Adobe Reader sets it as the default for that comment type, saving you from having to change it manually every time.
Can I change the thickness of the freehand drawing on my iPad Pro?
Yes. Just like changing the color, tap on your existing freehand drawing, select 'Thickness' from the pop-up context menu, and adjust the slider to make the stroke thicker or thinner.
