pdfpen ☆

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Description:
PDF editing software

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 13.1@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | @smilesoftware | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Productivity

Tags: pdf editing productivity document ocr macos

Install: brew install --cask pdfpen

About:
PDFpen is a robust PDF editing application for macOS that allows users to make direct changes to PDF documents, including text editing, image insertion, and annotation. It provides powerful features like OCR for converting scanned documents into searchable text and seamless integration with macOS services. The tool is designed for professionals who need to handle PDF workflows efficiently without the complexity of larger enterprise solutions.

Key Features:

Direct text and image editing on PDFs
Optical Character Recognition (OCR) for scanned documents
Annotation tools including highlights, comments, and shapes
Form creation and filling capabilities
Redaction and security features

Use Cases:

Editing contracts or legal documents before signing
Annotating research papers and academic PDFs
Converting scanned documents into searchable archives
Filling out and creating interactive PDF forms

Alternatives:

Adobe Acrobat – More expensive and feature-heavy, better for enterprise workflows
Preview – Free but lacks advanced editing and OCR features
PDF Expert – Similar price point with comparable features and interface

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