Question 1

How to convert Word to PDF and keep the fonts

Accepted Answer

In Word, use File → Save As and pick PDF, or File → Export → Create PDF/XPS. Word embeds every font it can automatically. On macOS choose "Best for electronic distribution and accessibility" rather than printing to PDF, because the print route drops hyperlinks and accessibility tags.

Question 2

How to sign a PDF without printing it

Accepted Answer

Open the PDF in a signing tool, create your signature by drawing it with a mouse or finger, typing it in a handwriting font, or uploading a transparent PNG. Drag it onto the signature line, resize it to about the height of the surrounding text, add the date, then flatten and download.

Question 3

Are electronic signatures legally binding?

Accepted Answer

Yes, in most cases. In the US the ESIGN Act and state UETA adoptions give electronic signatures the same legal effect as ink for most agreements. In the EU, eIDAS says a signature cannot be denied validity merely for being electronic. Wills, certain property and family-law documents remain excluded.

Question 4

How to create a clean signature image with a transparent background

Accepted Answer

Sign a sheet of unlined white paper with a black pen, photograph it in flat daylight, crop tight, raise the contrast until the paper is pure white, then delete the white to alpha and export as PNG-24. Aim for around 1000 px wide so it stays sharp when printed.

Question 5

How to fill in and sign a PDF form

Accepted Answer

First find out which kind of form you have. If clicking a blank produces a text cursor, it is an interactive AcroForm: type into the fields and tab between them. If nothing happens, it is a flat scan, so add free text boxes on top instead. Flatten the file afterwards either way.

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