Preview for Mac: Add effects to a PDF in Preview

Add effects to a PDF in Preview

You can modify a PDF opened in Preview using Quartz filters that add effects or change colors. For example, you can convert a color document to black and white, or apply a sepia tone.

  1. Open a PDF, then choose File > Export.

  2. Click the Quartz Filter pop-up menu, then choose a filter.

Last Modified: Sep 27, 2016
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