How to use Edit PDF Metadata

Update document properties so the PDF is easier to identify in compatible readers and document systems.

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How to: step-by-step

  1. Select the PDF and inspect its current properties.
  2. Edit the supported title, author, subject, keywords or other displayed fields.
  3. Save the updated PDF.
  4. Open document properties in a reader and verify the values.

Tips for better results

  • Use a short, descriptive title and relevant keywords.
  • Use Rename PDF separately if the filename also needs changing.

Common pitfalls

  • Metadata is not the visible heading printed on a page.
  • Date fields and producer information may display differently across readers.

Before you finish

Only supported properties are updated. Verify any field important to your workflow rather than assuming every viewer shows it identically.

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