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Search PDF
Search a PDF locally by entering a word or phrase and stepping through matches across its pages.
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About this tool
How Search PDF works
Search a PDF locally by entering a word or phrase and stepping through matches across its pages.
The search panel opens automatically and works with embedded searchable text without uploading document contents.
Step by step
- 1Choose a text-based PDF.
- 2Enter a word or phrase in the open Search panel.
- 3Move through matching results across the document.
Common uses
- Find a contract clause
- Locate a name or reference
- Navigate a long report
Details and common questions
Which files are supported?
One PDF.
What result will I receive?
One PDF containing the changes you choose to make.
What should I know before using it?
- OCR is not included.
- Scanned image text cannot be searched.
- Search does not modify the PDF.
Why are there no results in my scanned PDF?
Scanned pages normally contain images rather than embedded searchable text.
Is the search query uploaded?
No. Search runs inside the current browser session.