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How to Change the Font Size of Your PDFs

by David Beníček

Easily change the font size in your PDFs for cleaner layouts and smoother editing—no downloads or design skills needed!

Have you ever come across PDF documents where the text is too small to read or too cramped to fill out properly? Making font size adjustments to your PDFs doesn’t require expensive software or complicated tools.

We have one simple tool for you to use that can easily change PDF font sizes, perfect for improving clarity, adjusting layouts, or customizing form files.

Why Use PDF Editor?

Struggling with PDFs that have tiny, unreadable text or form fields that don’t match your formatting needs? Unfortunately, most PDFs aren’t built for easy editing, especially when it comes to font size.

That’s where Smallpdf’s PDF Editor can help. It gives you full control of how your text looks without needing to install any software. Here’s why it’s the go-to tool for quick font size changes and more:

  • Browser-based and beginner-friendly: No installation required and no design skills needed.

  • Edit existing text: Tweak the size of editable content, like form fields and fillable text boxes.

  • Add and customize new text: Insert your own content anywhere in the document and scale it to your needs.

  • Simple drag-and-drop interface: Upload and modify your PDF file in just a few clicks.

  • Instant download or sharing options: Once you’re done editing, you can download, share, or print your PDF file directly from the tool.

How to Change Font Size in PDF in 5 Quick Steps

Here’s how to use Smallpdf’s PDF Editor to change your font size in a PDF file:

Step 1: Launch the PDF Editor and Upload Your File

Start by heading to PDF Editor. You’ll see an upload area where you can:

  • Drag and drop your PDF file from your device.
  • Click “Choose Files” to browse documents from your computer.

Once selected, your file will automatically open in the editor.

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Step 2: Make the Text Editable

Depending on your PDF type, you have two main options:

Option A: Adjust Form Fields or Editable Text

If your PDF already contains form fields or editable text boxes, click on the field directly and enter your text.

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Option B: Insert Your Own text

To add new content to your PDF, hit the “Add Text” button in the top toolbar. Then, click anywhere on the page to place a new text box and begin typing.

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Step 3: Change the Font Size

After clicking into a text field or text box, look for the toolbar that appears at the top of the PDF. Find the font size setting, labeled with a number like 12 or 14.

Click the upwards or downwards arrow to change the size of the font. The text will automatically resize on the document as you select the new value.

Step 4: Fine-Tune Your Layout

Once your font size is set, you can click and drag the text to reposition it on the page. This helps ensure your content fits neatly without overlapping elements.

If you need to remove a text box, click on it and press the trash icon. If you need to edit your font style or alignment, use the rest of the options in the toolbar.

Step 5: Download or Export Your PDF

Click “Download” in the top right corner of the screen to download the edited PDF to your device. You can also click “Finish” to export the document in different formats, share it, or print it.

Your new PDF, with updated font sizes, is ready to go!

FAQs on How to Change the Font Size in PDF

How to change font size in PDF document on iPhone?

To change the font size of a PDF on your iPhone, use Smallpdf and access the PDF Editor via your mobile browser. Upload your PDF, tap on the text you want to edit or add a new text box, and then adjust the font size using the on-screen toolbar.

How to modify the font properties of text in a PDF?

If you want to modify the font properties in a PDF, such as size, style, or alignment, open your file in a tool like Smallpdf’s PDF Editor.

Click on the text you want to change or add a new text box, and a formatting toolbar will appear. From there, you can adjust the font size, choose a different font style, and change alignment.

Once you’re satisfied with your font properties, download or export your updated PDF.

How to change font size in PDF document on Mac?

The best way to change the font size in your PDF document on a Mac is to use Smallpdf’s PDF Editor using your web browser.

Click on the existing text or add new text using the “Add Text” tool, then use the formatting toolbar to adjust the font size.

The changes apply instantly, making it easy to fine-tune your document. When you’re done, download or share your updated PDF from the editor.

How to change font size in PDF document?

To change the font size in a PDF document, open the file in an online tool like Smallpdf’s PDF Editor. Click on the existing text or use the “Add Text” option to insert new content.

Then, use the toolbar that appears to increase or decrease the font size as needed. Once finished, you can download, share, or print the updated PDF instantly.

David Beníček – Product & Engineering Manager
David Beníček
Product & Engineering Manager @Smallpdf