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​Field Guide: Annotating PDF Files

5/5/2016

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I can’t remember the last time I referenced a physical journal or requested a hard copy article or book from inter-library loan. Instead, I rely almost completely on PDF files for articles and manuscripts I’m reading. One advantage of having articles in PDF form is that you can save and organize them in folders for future reference. The other advantage is that you can read them and annotate them on your computer or mobile device. A tablet like the iPad is almost ideal for this purpose. So throw away those reams of paper and ink highlighters and read on…
 
In this Luminaris Field Guide video, I walk you through how I use PDF Expert to markup PDF files with highlights, underlined text, shapes and images. I also reference iAnnotate PDF, which is also a great option. While I demonstrate the process with a 12.9” iPad Pro and the Apple Pencil, the process works with any iPad and any stylus. I hope you find the video helpful and informative.

What other tools and strategies do you use to annotate or markup PDF files?
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    I'm Mark Hofer, a Professor of Education and Co-Director for the Center for Innovation in Learning Design at the College of William & Mary. I share research and practice on teaching in higher education.
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