How to Add a Line in Adobe Acrobat

Adding a line to a PDF document in Adobe Acrobat is a simple process utilizing the built-in drawing tools.

To add a line in Adobe Acrobat, you access the Comment tools and select the Line drawing option.

Steps to Add a Line

Follow these straightforward steps based on the reference to draw a line in your PDF:

1. Navigate to the Tools tab at the top of the Acrobat window.
2. From the Tools menu, click on Comment. This opens the Comment toolbar and pane.
3. In the Comment toolbar, find and Click the Drawing Tools icon (it often looks like a pen or shape).
4. From the options that appear, select Line.
5. Once the Line tool is selected, go to the area in your document where you want to add the line.
6. Click and drag your cursor across the page to draw the line.
7. To make your line straight, press the Shift key while drawing your line. Holding Shift constrains the line to horizontal, vertical, or 45-degree angles, ensuring a clean, precise drawing.

Here's a summary of the key actions:

Step	Action	Location/Tool	Note
1	Open Tools	Tools tab	Start here
2	Access Comment Tools	Comment	Opens drawing options
3	Select Drawing Tool	Drawing Tools	Look for shape/pen icon
4	Choose Line Shape	Line option	Select the line tool
5	Draw the line	Document page	Click and drag
6	Ensure Straightness	Press Shift key	While drawing or resizing

Adding lines is a common way to annotate or highlight specific parts of a PDF document, making information stand out or providing visual structure. By using the steps outlined above, you can easily incorporate lines into your files for various purposes, such as underscoring text or separating sections.