Looking for a software to highlight areas in PDF - Linux

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The discussion centers on finding a free PDF viewer for Debian Linux that allows users to highlight text and areas within PDFs. Evince is identified as a suitable tool, functioning effectively in both GNOME and Xfce environments. Users can also annotate PDFs with Evince, making it a versatile choice. The software can be easily found in the Synaptic package manager, along with various versions and a browser plugin.

PREREQUISITES
  • Familiarity with Debian Linux operating system
  • Understanding of PDF file formats
  • Basic knowledge of package management using Synaptic
  • Experience with GNOME or Xfce desktop environments
NEXT STEPS
  • Research how to install Evince on Debian Linux
  • Explore advanced annotation features in Evince
  • Investigate alternative PDF viewers for Linux, such as Okular
  • Learn about browser plugins for PDF viewing and annotation
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This discussion is beneficial for Linux users, particularly those using Debian, who need a reliable PDF viewer with highlighting and annotation capabilities. It is also useful for anyone looking to enhance their PDF management workflow on Linux systems.

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Hey there!
I am looking for a free PDF viewer that is capable of highlighting areas and text and that is available for Debian (Linux).

Thanks in advance.
 
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Can't you do that with Acrobat? I haven't tried it on Linus, but on other platforms it works well.
 
Evince can do it. It works well in GNOME and Xfce. You can also use it to annotate your PDFs, for which I use it a lot. Seach for "evince" in Synaptic. There are various versions and a browser plugin available.
 

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