The Whiteout tool enables you to securely delete selections of text, images, annotations, and even form fields from a PDF page. Perfect for when last minute mistakes are found in a document, or when content cannot be divulged to a specific recipient.
How to Whiteout an object in a PDF:
The following can be used on any form of PDF content:
On the Erase tab, in the Mask panel, click Whiteout
Use your mouse to drag a selection around the area of the page that you wish to whiteout
Click Yes to confirm or No to cancel
Note: Whiteout is a destructive operation that cannot be undone after the PDF file is saved.
Last updated: June 2026
Last updated: July 23, 2026
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