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How to highlight PDF on MacBook with DocHub

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DocHub is an essential tool for anyone looking to streamline document editing and improve workflow efficiency. Our platform allows users to easily import, export, modify, and sign documents, all while providing a user-friendly experience. With deep integration into Google Workspace, you can manage your documents directly from your favorite Google apps, making it convenient and efficient to highlight PDFs on your MacBook for free.

Follow the steps to highlight your PDF on MacBook

  1. Begin by navigating to the DocHub website using your preferred web browser. Once there, sign in to your account to access the document editor.
  2. Once logged in, upload the PDF file you wish to highlight. You can do this by selecting the upload option and choosing the file from your MacBook.
  3. After the PDF is uploaded, open the document in the editor. Look for the highlighting tool, which will allow you to select the text you want to emphasize.
  4. Click and drag over the text you wish to highlight. Adjust the highlight color if needed to suit your preferences.
  5. Review your highlighted sections to ensure they meet your needs. You can add additional notes or comments if necessary.
  6. Once you are satisfied with your edits, export the document back to your MacBook. You have the option to download, print, or share the highlighted PDF directly from the editor.

Start using DocHub today to enhance your PDF editing experience on your MacBook!

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Select the text you want to highlight. Do one of the following: Press Shift-Command-H on the keyboard. Choose Insert Highlight from the Insert menu at the top of your screen.
When using Quick Look on your Mac, click the Markup tool . Or when using Quick Actions, choose Markup. Markup is also available in various apps, such as Mail, Notes, TextEdit, and Photos. Use the tools listed below to mark up an image or a PDF document on your Mac.
Text Highlight Markup Select the Text Highlight tool by clicking the on the toolbar or using the shortcut key Ctrl + Alt + H (⌘ + Alt + Shift + H on Mac) Click and drag the mouse over the text that you wish to markup. To finish, release the mouse and all text within the selected area will be impacted.
Click the Shapes button, then click the Highlight button. Drag the highlight where you want. To resize it, use the blue handles.
How to highlight a PDF. Select the highlighter tool from the horizontal toolbox located at the top of the PDF editor. Select the desired color of your highlighter tool. Click and drag the cursor to select the text area to highlight, releasing when youve finished.
Do one of the following: Press Shift-Command-H on the keyboard. Choose Insert Highlight from the Insert menu at the top of your screen.
Click Markup. Click the Shapes button on the left of the menu. Click the rectangle inside a rectangle option at the bottom left of the menu that appears. Click the Fill Color button. Click the color you would like your border to be. Click Save Changes on the top right of the window when youre happy.
The Text Selection tool may not be selected: Choose Tools Text Selection, or click the Show Markup Toolbar button , then click the Text Selection button . The PDF may require a password before you can select or copy text: Choose Tools Show Inspector, click the Encryption Inspector button , then enter the password.

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