Last updated on 2025-05-27

How to Add/Edit/Remove Background

Adding a background can improve the appearance of your PDF. PDNob PDF Editor lets you easily add, edit, or remove backgrounds with just a few steps.

1. Add Background in PDF

Follow these steps to add a background to your PDF document.

  • To add a background, open your PDF and click on the "Edit" tab from the top menu. Then, select the "Background" option.
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  • Click on the "Add" button to open the background settings panel.
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  • You can choose to add a Color, Image, Templates or PDF as your background.
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  • After selecting the type, adjust the size ratio and opacity as needed.
  • To apply the background to specific pages, click the Page Rank icon and set the page range like all pages, odd page, even page.
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  • Once everything is set, click "Save" to apply the background to your PDF and you can also save it as a template.
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2. Edit Background in PDF

Follow these steps to edit an existing background in your PDF document.

  • To edit an existing background, go back to the "Background" tab and find the background template listed on the right side.
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  • Click the "Edit Background" button to reopen the editing panel. From there, make the changes you need whether it's switching the background type or adjusting the settings and click "Save" to apply the updates.
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3. Remove Background in PDF

If you want to remove a background, navigate to the same "Background" section. Hover your mouse over the background you want to delete, and the "Remove Background" option will appear. Click it, and the background will be permanently removed from your PDF.

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