How to Add a Signature in Adobe Acrobat

Overall summary of the instructions

Adding a signature in Adobe Acrobat can be done using the 'Fill & Sign' tool or by creating custom stamps with your scanned signature. This guide will walk you through both methods in detail.

TLDR

• Use the 'Fill & Sign' tool for quick signatures.
• Create custom stamps for multiple or reusable signatures.

Step-by-step detailed guide

Using the 'Fill & Sign' Tool

1. Open Your PDF Document

   • Open Adobe Acrobat and load the PDF document you need to sign.

2. Access the Fill & Sign Tool

   • Click on ‘Tools’ in the upper-left corner.
   • Select ‘Fill & Sign’ from the list of tools.

3. Choose the Sign Option

   • Click on the ‘Sign’ icon in the toolbar that appears.
   • Select ‘Add Signature’ or ‘Add Initials’.

4. Create Your Signature

   • You can type your name, draw your signature using your mouse or stylus, or upload an image of your signature.

5. Place Your Signature

   • Drag your signature to the desired location on the document.
   • Resize if necessary.

6. Save the Document

   • Save your PDF document with the placed signature.

Creating Custom Stamps for Signatures

1. Prepare Your Signature Image

   • Scan your signature and save it as an image file (preferably in PDF format).

2. Create a Custom Stamp

   • Go to ‘Stamps’ in the menu.
   • Select ‘Custom Stamps’ > ‘Create’.
   • Click ‘Browse’ and find your saved signature image.
   • Name your new stamp and save it.

3. Use Your Custom Stamp

   • To place a signature, find your signature under the ‘Stamps’ drop-down menu.
   • Drag it to the desired location on the document.
   • Resize to fit the space.

4. Save the Document

   • Save your PDF document with the placed signature.