{"id":1240,"date":"2026-10-13T16:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-13T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.dochub.com\/?p=1240"},"modified":"2026-10-09T00:37:23","modified_gmt":"2026-10-08T22:37:23","slug":"add-wet-signature-to-pdf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/blog\/add-wet-signature-to-pdf\/","title":{"rendered":"How to add a wet signature to a PDF"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When someone asks you to add a wet signature to a PDF, it\u2019s worth checking whether they want a paper original or will accept a scanned or drawn signature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To add a wet-signature look to a PDF, upload a scanned image of your handwritten signature or draw it directly in <a href=\"https:\/\/dochub.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">DocHub<\/a>. If the recipient requires an actual wet-ink signature, you\u2019ll need to print and sign the document with a pen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide is for professionals handling contracts, approvals, and business forms who want to know which method to use. You\u2019ll learn how to prepare, add, and position your signature in DocHub, and when to provide a paper original, helping you avoid submitting a signed file the recipient cannot accept.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Adding_a_wet-signature_look_to_a_PDF_Key_takeawaysnbsp\"><strong>Adding a wet-signature look to a PDF: Key takeaways&nbsp;<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose the method according to what the recipient needs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Upload a scan to preserve your handwriting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use the <strong>Draw<\/strong> or <strong>Phone<\/strong> option to write on the screen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review the completed PDF before sending.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Physically sign the actual document when an ink original is required.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start by confirming which version the other party accepts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Can_a_PDF_contain_a_real_wet_signature\"><strong>Can a PDF contain a real wet signature?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A wet signature is a physical mark on a paper document. Unlike electronic signatures, it originates on a physical surface. Its digital version is a reproduction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These are the key differences between <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wet-signature-vs-electronic-signature\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">wet and electronic signatures<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-67\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-67\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\">Method<\/th><th class=\"column-2\">What you produce<\/th><th class=\"column-3\">When it fits<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-striping row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Upload handwriting in DocHub<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Signature image applied to electronic documents<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Recipient accepts electronic signing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Draw in DocHub<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Handwritten mark created on screen<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">No existing signature image<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Print, sign, scan<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Electronic version of a signed paper original<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Recipient accepts a scanned copy<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Print, sign, deliver paper<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Physical signature on the actual document<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Recipient requires an ink original<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- #tablepress-67 from cache -->\n\n\n<p>Signing a blank sheet and copying the mark onto legal documents does not make those documents wet-signed originals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"What_should_you_prepare_before_signing\"><strong>What should you prepare before signing?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before adding a wet signature to a PDF, make sure the document and signing requirements are clear. Prepare your PDF, signature, and recipient\u2019s instructions. Finalize any Word document before PDF export. Check official documents for identity verification, witness, and submission requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a smooth transition, determine who retains the signed copy and whether physical storage remains necessary. Electronic signatures suit many forms, subject to acceptance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"How_to_add_a_wet_signature_to_a_PDF_using_a_scan\"><strong>How to add a wet signature to a PDF using a scan<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To preserve your usual handwriting, use a scan. DocHub supports <a href=\"https:\/\/help.dochub.com\/knowledge-base\/document-signing-and-sign-requests\/upload-your-hand-drawn-signature-as-an-image-to-use-for-esigning-documents\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PNG and JPEG signature images<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Write on plain white paper with a dark pen. Scan or photograph your signature, keeping the camera parallel to the paper.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Crop the scanned image around the handwriting and remove shadows. Save the image file as PNG or JPEG. If you remove the background, save the image as a PNG to preserve transparency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In DocHub, select <strong>New Document<\/strong>, choose your PDF through the uploader, and open it in the editor.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"367\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image.png\" alt=\"DocHub dashboard with New Document and Select File options for uploading a PDF\" class=\"wp-image-1241\" title=\"Upload the PDF you intend to sign\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-300x108.png 300w, https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-768x275.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Upload the PDF you want to sign on your DocHub dashboard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/17lOGHen4fpdONYk0fjw0dZRSEhJgG2gV\/view\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Select <strong>Sign<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Create your signature<\/strong> to set up a new signature.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"508\" height=\"524\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-1.png\" alt=\"DocHub Sign menu with the Create your signature option\" class=\"wp-image-1242\" title=\"Open DocHub\u2019s signature creation options\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-1.png 508w, https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-1-291x300.png 291w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 508px) 100vw, 508px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Open the signature creation options in DocHub.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1DRTw-sVgvRzknrRB_jPwPcpyFDnUnKtL\/view\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Choose <strong>Upload Image<\/strong>, click <strong>Upload Signature<\/strong>, and select your prepared image. Learn more about signature creation in DocHub from our article: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/create-signatures-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to create signatures for PDF files and add them online<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"316\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-2.png\" alt=\"DocHub Upload Image tab with the Upload Signature button.\" class=\"wp-image-1243\" title=\"Import your scanned handwriting\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-2.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-2-300x93.png 300w, https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-2-768x237.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Import the cropped handwriting for use from the Sign menu.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"6\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Select the saved signature and place it in the signing area. Adjust its size without covering adjacent text, then download and inspect the signed document.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>When signing your own scanned PDF, you can place the signature directly on the page without adding a fillable signature field.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"How_can_you_simulate_wet_ink_without_a_scanner\">How can you simulate wet ink without a scanner?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>DocHub\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/help.dochub.com\/knowledge-base\/document-signing-and-sign-requests\/creating-signatures-self-signing-and-sending-for-signature\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">signature creation tools<\/a> offer alternatives to uploading handwriting. Choose one method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open your PDF and select <strong>Sign<\/strong> &gt; <strong>Create your signature<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select <strong>Draw<\/strong> and write with a mouse or trackpad. Click <strong>Clear<\/strong> to retry, or choose <strong>Phone<\/strong> and follow the prompts to use a mobile device as your signing pad.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"751\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-3.png\" alt=\"DocHub Draw signature tab with handwriting preview and signature controls\" class=\"wp-image-1244\" title=\"Draw and review your signature\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-3.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-3-300x220.png 300w, https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-3-768x563.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Review the strokes before saving your drawn signature in your DocHub account.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1aSEOHW5wCz0O82Yg68VRuTw1BEnnKiNf\/view\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Alternatively, select <strong>Type<\/strong>, enter your name, and choose font-based lettering instead of your handwriting.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"765\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-4.png\" alt=\"DocHub Type signature tab with generated signature styles.\" class=\"wp-image-1245\" title=\"Choose a typed signature style\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-4-300x224.png 300w, https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/image-4-768x574.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Use DocHub\u2019s Type option when a handwriting-style font meets your needs<em>.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1Fa9G7bT7gzFNk1stQHBqMQPJ87TpI0kj\/view\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Save using <strong>Save<\/strong> or <strong>Save as Default<\/strong>, as displayed. Select the signature from <strong>Sign<\/strong>, click or drag it onto the page, and resize it before downloading.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Phone<\/strong> and <strong>Draw<\/strong> options for signature creation\u00a0use vectors, preserving sharpness when resized. Saved signatures remain available for future use; <strong>Manage Signatures<\/strong> lets you select a default one whenever you need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, an office manager can add their own signature to an internal approval form. For another signer, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dochub.com\/blog\/request-signature-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">send a Sign Request<\/a> for them to complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"When_do_you_need_to_use_a_wet_signature_instead\"><strong>When do you need to use a wet signature instead?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Confirm whether the recipient wants a handwritten-looking signature in a PDF, a scanned copy of signed paper, or a paper original with a wet ink signature. If an actual wet signature is required, print and physically sign the document, then deliver the original or a scanned copy according to the recipient\u2019s instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Legal requirements for family law, court filings, and notarized documents&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the United States, <a data-pdffiller-skip=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/uscode.house.gov\/view.xhtml?edition=prelim&amp;num=0&amp;req=granuleid:USC-prelim-title15-section7003&amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">15 U.S.C. \u00a7 7003<\/a> excludes certain matters governed by adoption, divorce, or other family law, as well as specified court documents, from ESIGN\u2019s general validity rule. These exceptions do not automatically mean that all family law documents or court filings require ink. For divorce proceedings and other court matters, check the applicable laws and court rules for signing and submission requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For notarized documents, ask the notary public which process applies, including whether electronic notarization is permitted. Uploading a signature image does not, by itself, satisfy notarization requirements. Whether wet ink is legally required depends on applicable law and the transaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Are_handwritten-looking_PDF_signatures_legally_recognized\"><strong>Are handwritten-looking PDF signatures legally recognized?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the United States, electronic signatures may be legally recognized under the E-SIGN Act and applicable state laws, including those based on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uniformlaws.org\/committees\/community-home?CommunityKey=2c04b76c-2b7d-4399-977e-d5876ba7e034&amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Uniform Electronic Transactions Act<\/a>. For covered transactions, these laws generally prevent signatures from being denied legal effect solely because they are electronic; they do not make every signed PDF legally binding. Signing intent, attribution to the signer, applicable consent requirements, and record retention requirements remain relevant to legal compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Electronic signature validity under ESIGN and UETA<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/uscode.house.gov\/view.xhtml?req=(title:15+section:7006+edition:prelim)&amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">ESIGN\u2019s definition<\/a> covers an electronic sound, symbol, or process attached to or logically associated with a contract or other record and executed or adopted with the intent to sign it. An uploaded signature image can serve as an electronic signature when used with that intent, but its appearance alone does not establish who signed or whether they authorized its use. Check the requirements for your document and jurisdiction; matching your usual handwriting alone is insufficient for ensuring compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Disclaimer: <\/em><\/strong><em>The information in this blog post is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute formal legal advice.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"What_problems_should_you_check_before_sending\"><strong>What problems should you check before sending?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before sending the signed PDF, check for image-quality, security, and document-integrity issues that could affect the final file.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>White background:<\/strong> Renaming a JPEG to PNG does not remove its background; edit it to transparency first.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Poor readability:<\/strong> Retake a blurred photo instead of enlarging it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sensitive information:<\/strong> Limit access to signature images and digital documents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Document integrity:<\/strong> An image does not prove a file is unchanged. DocHub offers <a href=\"https:\/\/help.dochub.com\/knowledge-base\/document-signing-and-sign-requests\/certified-documents-and-verified-signatures-adobe-acrobat-valid-esignatures\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">certified PDF downloads<\/a>; select <strong>certify document<\/strong> when downloading.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A final review helps ensure the signature is clear, appropriately protected, and applied to the intended version of the document.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Final_thoughts\"><strong>Final thoughts<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Adding a scanned or drawn signature in DocHub gives your PDF a wet-signature appearance without printing the entire document. Confirm that the recipient accepts electronic signing, then review the completed file before sending it. If an actual wet-ink original is required, follow the instructions for signing and delivering the paper document.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dochub.com\/sign-up\">Get started w<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/dochub.com\/sign-up?utm_source=web&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=add_wet_signature_pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ith DocHub<\/a> to upload your PDF, add your signature, and save the completed copy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"Glossary\"><strong>Glossary<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Wet signature:<\/strong> A wet signature is a handwritten mark made with ink on a physical document to indicate the signer\u2019s intent to sign it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wet ink:<\/strong> Wet ink refers to the actual ink used to sign paper, even after the ink has dried.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>E-signature:<\/strong> An e-signature is an electronic mark, sound, or process that a person adopts with the intent to sign an associated document or record.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Electronic and digital signatures:<\/strong> Electronic signatures cover a broad range of signing methods, while digital signatures use cryptography to help verify authenticity and detect subsequent changes. Not every electronic signature is a digital signature.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Digital certificate:<\/strong> A digital certificate is an electronic credential that links a public key to an identified person or organization.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Private key:<\/strong> A private key is a confidential cryptographic key used to generate digital signatures. The corresponding public key allows others to verify those signatures.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span id=\"FAQ\"><strong>FAQ<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Should I keep the sender\u2019s email confirming they accept a scanned signature?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Keeping that confirmation with the completed PDF can help document the submission instructions you followed. Retain it according to your organization\u2019s recordkeeping policy and any applicable requirements. The email does not, by itself, establish that every legal signing requirement has been met.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Should I email my signature image separately?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sending the completed PDF is generally preferable to sharing a reusable image of your signature. Anyone who receives the image could copy it into another document, although possession of the image does not establish your authorization. If someone requests the image separately, confirm why they need it and use your organization\u2019s approved sharing method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Can I edit PDF documents after signing?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Some PDFs remain editable after signing, but changes may affect the agreement or invalidate a digital signature or certification, depending on its permitted changes. Keep the signed version intact and make proposed revisions in a separate copy. If the revisions change what the parties agreed to, have them review and sign the revised document.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Does a signature need to look like my passport signature?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no single signature-matching rule that applies to every document or recipient. A bank, government agency, or other organization may compare your signature with identification or an existing specimen. Check the recipient\u2019s requirements before submitting your document, especially if your usual signature has changed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Can I use initials instead of my full signature?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Initials may be acceptable for some approvals, but they should not automatically replace a requested signature. Check whether the document asks for initials, a full signature, or both. If the instructions are unclear, ask the recipient before completing it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. What should I do if I place my signature on the wrong line?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are still editing a draft and the signature can be selected, reposition it before completing the document. If the file is already finalized, certified, or submitted, preserve that version and contact the recipient about providing a corrected copy. Clearly identify which corrected file replaces the earlier submission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Should I use today\u2019s date when adding my signature?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When a field asks for the signing date, enter the date you actually sign. An agreement\u2019s effective date may be different and should be recorded separately where requested. If a prefilled date appears incorrect, clarify it with the sender before signing.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When someone asks you to add a wet signature to a PDF, it\u2019s worth checking whether they want a paper original or will accept a scanned or drawn signature. To add a wet-signature look to a PDF, upload a scanned image of your handwritten signature or draw it directly in DocHub. 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