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I receive a lot of PDF's that I need to add text signatures and initials. When done I used to be able to "Export as PDF" so that the document I signed is no longer editable (at least not as easily). After updating to Monterey that option is greyed out.


I can use the Export function but for some reason that leaves my text boxes still editable. Only my signature and initials become permanent.

MacBook Pro 15″, macOS 12.6

Posted on Apr 11, 2023 2:43 PM

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Posted on Apr 11, 2023 3:49 PM

File menu > Print… > PDF > Save as PDF. That flattens your annotations on the PDF and renders them unselectable by others.

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