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How to Keep Original Fonts When Editing a PDF on iPhone
Question details
The user wants to retain the original document fonts when editing a PDF file on a mobile app.
- Product
- PDF Editor
- Device & OS
- iPhone / iOS
- Scenario
- Modifying text within an existing PDF document using an iPhone app.
- Observed behavior
- The editing app substitutes the original font with a default system font because the original is not embedded in the PDF or is unavailable on iOS.
Ensure your PDF editing app is updated to the latest version and verify the exact name of the original font used in your document.
Select a Matching Alternative Font on iOS
If the original font is unavailable on your iPhone, manually selecting a similar system font can help maintain the document's overall appearance.
iOS restricts certain custom fonts from being used freely across all apps. If your PDF editor cannot access the exact font, it will default to a standard one. Manually matching the font is the fastest on-device workaround.
Open your PDF in the editing app on your iPhone and tap on the text block you wish to edit.
Select the text that has changed its font to reveal the formatting toolbar.
Tap the font name in the toolbar, scroll through the available iOS or app-specific fonts, and choose the one that most closely resembles your original font.
Edit on a Computer and Flatten the File
Use a desktop computer where the original font is already installed to make your edits, then flatten the PDF for perfect mobile viewing.
Edit PDFs with Accurate Fonts Using WPS Office
WPS Office offers a comprehensive PDF editor for both mobile and desktop. By using WPS Office to manage your documents across devices, you can easily retain font layouts and format compatibility seamlessly.
- 1. Install WPS Office: Download and install the free WPS Office app on your iPhone or computer.
- 2. Open the Document: Launch the application and open the PDF file you wish to modify.
- 3. Use PDF Edit: Navigate to the PDF Edit tab to safely alter text and formatting.
- 4. Save and Sync: Save your changes. WPS Cloud ensures your document format is maintained flawlessly across all your synced devices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do fonts change when I edit a PDF on my iPhone?
If a specific font isn't embedded directly into the PDF file and isn't available in the iOS system font library, the app will automatically substitute it with a default system font to allow editing.
Can I install custom fonts on my iPhone for PDF editing?
Yes, you can install custom fonts on iOS using specific font configuration apps from the App Store. However, whether a PDF editor can utilize these third-party fonts depends on the app's individual developer settings.
How do I know if a font is properly embedded in my PDF?
You can check document properties in most desktop PDF readers (like WPS Office or Adobe Acrobat). Under the 'Fonts' tab in the properties menu, it will explicitly state if the fonts used in the document are 'Embedded' or 'Embedded Subset'.
