PDF-Xchange: Free software to view, print and export text and images in PDF

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By David Rothman

PDF Annotator was the topic of a brief TeleBlog item.

But reader Joseph Gray reports finding a free alternative, PDF-XChange viewer. It isn’t as easy to use but offers much more than just annotation: “View, Print, Export Text & Images and add content to PDF files.”

Tracker Software, he says, will soon add a highlighter pen, not just one for drawing—as well as “deleting of drawing objects, sticky notes and typewriter text without having to select an annotation tool first.” In addition, at his suggestion, Tracker is considering a way for users to choose which customized buttons appear in the toolbars. Big thanks, Joe!

Important: I have not tried PDF-XChange and would urge the usual caution. I don’t know the spyware situation here—whether it’s a risk. There is also a Pro version selling for $70 with more features. Feedback welcome on both the free and paid versions!

Related: Alfred Poor’s review of an older version of the Pro version.

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