In other words, Adobe Reader won't let you add text. What you need is a program that's a little more accommodating, PDF-wise. Try Foxit Reader 4.3, which allows you to add text to any PDF.

It's much easier to add text to a PDF than you may think, and it can be done on any device. Geber86/Getty Images ...

This post helps to add a text box to PDF using a free software and an online tool. You can adjust the size of text box, text style, etc.

That said, free users can make certain changes to PDF files without a paid plan. As a free user, you can add comments, highlight sections, draw on a document, add new text, and sign documents.

Using the PDF Tool & Inking Feature in Microsoft Edge, you can draw on PDF files, highlight text, add text, and choose color. Learn how!

If you're wanting to convert an image into text, Google Docs has a powerful Optical Character Recognition feature built right in. Here's how to make it work.

Removing text from a PDF isn't as easy as drawing a black bar across it. Fortunately, redaction tools let you truly erase sensitive text in Preview, Adobe Acrobat DC Pro, and PDFPen.