Cover and Replace Text in PDF
Visually hide old content with white boxes and place your own text on top, then download the edited PDF.
Upload your PDF to cover & replace text
Drop your PDF here or click to browse. On the next step, you can draw white rectangles over existing text and type new text on top.
Supports PDF files up to 25MB
Need to update text in a PDF but don't have the original source file? Our Cover & Replace tool lets you visually hide old content with white rectangles and place your own text on top. Perfect for updating dates, names, addresses, or any text that needs to be changed without access to the original document.
The process is simple: upload your PDF, draw white boxes over the text you want to hide, then type your new text directly on top. The result is a clean, professional-looking PDF with your updated content. All processing happens in your browser, so your documents stay private.
When Do You Need to Cover & Replace Text?
Business professionals use this tool to update contract dates, change client names in proposals, or modify addresses on invoices. Students update assignment due dates or correct information on submitted documents. Legal teams update case numbers, dates, or party names in court filings.
This tool is especially useful when you only have a PDF version of a document and need to make quick text changes without recreating the entire file. It's faster than retyping everything and maintains the original formatting and layout.
How It Works
After uploading your PDF, you'll see each page displayed. Simply draw rectangles over the text you want to cover—these will appear as white boxes. Then, click on the area and type your new text. You can adjust the font size, style, and position to match the original document's appearance.
The tool creates a new PDF with your changes, leaving the original file untouched. All processing happens locally in your browser, ensuring your documents remain private and secure.
How to cover and replace text in a PDF
Upload the PDF that contains text you want to hide or update.
Use the cover tool to draw white boxes over the old text and then type your new text on top.
Apply the changes and download the cleaned-up PDF.
Tips for Best Results
For best results, draw rectangles that completely cover the text you want to hide. Make sure the white boxes are slightly larger than the original text to ensure nothing shows through. When adding replacement text, try to match the original font size and style for a more natural look.
If you need to cover text across multiple lines, you can draw multiple rectangles or one larger rectangle. The tool works best with standard text—complex layouts with overlapping elements may require multiple rectangles.
Common Questions About Cover & Replace
Can I edit the text after drawing the rectangle?
Yes! You can click on any white rectangle to edit the replacement text. You can also adjust the font size, style, and position of the text to better match the original document.
Will the original text still be visible in the PDF?
No, the white rectangles completely cover the original text. However, note that this is a visual overlay—the original text data may still exist in the PDF structure. For completely removing text data, you would need a more advanced editing tool.
Can I use this on scanned PDFs?
Yes, this tool works on scanned PDFs. Since scanned PDFs are essentially images, you can draw white rectangles over any area and add text on top. The result will be a new PDF with your changes.
How many pages can I edit at once?
You can edit all pages in your PDF. Navigate between pages using the page controls, and each page can have multiple white rectangles and replacement text. All your changes will be saved in the final PDF.