Xodo PDF Reader & Editor App Review

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Updated 05-17-2023

Version 8.4.2
Google Play Downloads 24,510,856
Developer Apryse Software Inc.
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Overview

Xodo PDF Reader & Editor is an Android app that allows users to read, annotate and edit PDF documents. It is available for free on Google Play Store and has been downloaded over 10 million times.

Features

  • PDF Reader
  • PDF Editor
  • Form Filler
  • Annotation Tools
  • Cloud Integration

Pros

  • Easy-to-use interface
  • Multiple annotation tools
  • Complete PDF editing options

Cons

  • Sometimes lags while scrolling through long PDF documents
  • Can be overwhelming for some users

Detailed Features

PDF Reader

The PDF Reader in Xodo PDF Reader & Editor is fast, responsive and user-friendly. It allows users to navigate through the pages of a PDF document smoothly by using the scrollbar or the page slider. The app supports various view modes such as single page, continuous, and thumbnail view.

PDF Editor

The PDF Editor feature enables users to edit text, images, and links in a PDF document. Users can insert, replace, or remove text and images from a PDF document. The editing feature also provides the option to change the font style, size, and color of the text. Additionally, the app has a feature that lets users add, edit and delete hyperlinks.

Form Filler

Xodo PDF Reader & Editor has a form filling feature which allows users to fill out PDF forms directly on their Android phone. It supports standard form fields like text boxes, check boxes and radio buttons. Users are also provided with the option of saving or submitting the completed form via email.

Annotation Tools

The app provides an array of annotation tools that enable users to highlight, underline, strikethrough, annotate and underline texts in a PDF document. The app also supports the addition of shapes, arrows and freehand drawings to the documents. Additionally, users can add comments and notes to PDF documents.

Cloud Integration

The app offers cloud integration capabilities that allow users to sync and access their PDF files across multiple devices. The app supports storage services like Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive and Box.

Comparison to Similar Apps

Xodo PDF Reader & Editor competes with other popular Android PDF readers such as Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit Reader, and WPS Office. Xodo PDF Reader & Editor stands out by offering complete PDF editing capabilities, including the ability to edit text, images and links. It also provides an array of annotation tools making it easier to highlight, underline, strikethrough, annotate and underline texts, as well as add shapes, arrows and freehand drawings. Compared to its competitors, Xodo PDF Reader & Editor has cloud integration capabilities allowing users to synchronize their documents across multiple devices.

Tips for Using the App

  • Use the scrollbar or page slider to navigate quickly through pages
  • Take advantage of the different annotation tools to highlight important lines, add shapes, arrows and freehand drawings to documents
  • To fill a PDF form, tap on each field and type your response
  • Use the cloud integration feature to share your edited documents with others easily

Conclusion

Xodo PDF Reader & Editor is an excellent app for managing PDF documents on an Android phone. It offers not just a PDF reader but also a complete PDF editing suite, form filler, annotation tools and cloud integration capabilities. The app has a few drawbacks, such as occasional lag while scrolling through long PDF documents and being overwhelming to some users. However, the pros outweigh the cons. Xodo PDF Reader & Editor is recommended for anyone who needs to edit or annotate PDF documents on the go.