How to flatten your PDF files using MobiPDF (video tutorial)
Quick summary
Quick summary
Flatten your PDF: learn how to make your PDF non-editable by others.
Step-by-step guide: use the flatten feature in MobiPDF to protect your content.
Save your file: ensure you save the flattened PDF in a designated folder.
How to flatten your PDF with MobiPDF
If you want to protect your PDF content from being edited, flattening the PDF is a simple and effective solution. This process ensures that your forms, signatures, and annotations in your document cannot be modified by others, making it ideal for secure sharing and presentation. Below is our step-by-step guide to flatten your PDF using MobiPDF.
1. Open MobiPDF and access the flatten feature
To start, open MobiPDF on your computer. The interface is simple and user-friendly, with key options located at the top center of the screen.
Steps to access flatten feature
On the left side of your screen, locate the menu offering various options.
Click on the "More" button.
From the drop-down menu, choose the "Flatten" option.
2. Flatten your PDF
Once you choose the flatten feature, a small window will appear, prompting you to confirm your action. Don’t worry – flattening your PDF will not erase or alter the original document! Instead, MobiPDF will create a new copy for you to save for your peace of mind.
4 steps to flattening your PDF
After clicking on "Flatten", a pop-up window will appear asking for your permission.
Click "Apply" to continue.
You will be prompted to choose a location on your computer where you want to save the new flattened version of your PDF.
3. Save your flattened PDF
Now, you can save your new file. Any forms and markups within this flattened PDF will no longer be editable, ensuring your document remains secure.
How to save your flattened document
Select the folder on your computer where you want to save the file.
Click "Save".
Your flattened PDF will be saved in the designated location, and the content will be locked from further edits.
Conclusion
Flattening a PDF with MobiPDF is quick and easy. By following these steps, you can create a secure, non-editable version of your document, perfect for sharing or presentation. Now your content will be safe, and you can be confident that it won’t be altered by others.
