Quick summary
Redacting text in Adobe Acrobat permanently removes sensitive content from a PDF document to prevent unauthorized access. This process uses the built-in Redact Text tool to black out selected text and apply the changes with a single confirmation step.
Steps
- Scan the PDF page you want to edit, then highlight the text you want to redact.
- Access the floating toolbar that appears above the highlighted text and click the Redact Text icon.
- Tap Apply to apply the redaction markings to the selected text.
- Click Continue to confirm your redaction request and finalize the changes.
- Once all steps are complete, the selected text will be permanently redacted from the PDF document.
