How to Rotate a Text Box in Adobe Acrobat

Rotating a text box in Adobe Acrobat is super easy and can make your PDF look just the way you want. Maybe you are tweaking a form or sprucing up a document, fixing a sideways label, or just want to adjust the angle of your text, this quick guide will show you exactly how to do it step by step.

Rotate a Text Box in PDF

Step 1: Open Your PDF

First, launch Adobe Acrobat and open the PDF file that has the text box you want to rotate.

Step 2: Go to the “Edit PDF” Tool

In the right-hand toolbar, click on “Edit PDF.” This opens up editing options for your document.

Step 3: Click the Text Box

Now, click on the text box that needs to be rotated. You will see small handles around it.

Rotate a Text Box in PDF

Step 4: Hover Over the Rotation Handle

Look for the small circular handle near the top-center of the text box. When you hover over it, your cursor will turn into a rotation icon.

Step 5: Rotate the Text Box

Click and drag that circular handle to rotate the text box in the direction you want. You can rotate it to any angle.

Want to rotate another one? Just repeat the same steps for any other text boxes.

Step 6: Save Your PDF

Once you are done rotating, click “Close” in the top toolbar. Don’t forget to save your changes by hitting File > Save.

And that’s all! 

Rotating text boxes in Adobe Acrobat doesn’t have to be complicated; just a few clicks and you are done.

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