Move your cursor to Open With > Preview.

Once your document opens, go for the Markup tool in the toolbar.

Next, nudge the Sign button to select a signature.

Preview in the Open With menu on Mac

you might also create your own signature by clicking “Create Signature.”

In our tech-driven world, you may need tosign a contract or form digitallyfrom time to time.

Whether a PDF file or a document inimage format, here’s how to sign it in Preview.

Signatures in the Preview > Tools menu

Open Your Document in Preview

First, opt for document or image you want to sign.

There are many ways to do this.

Next, holdControl on your keyboard and clickthe document.

Markup in the Preview toolbar

If the toolbar is condensed, pick the double arrows on the right and then pick “Markup.”

Go to the Markup toolbar and pick the Sign button.

Either choose a signature or click “Create Signature” and follow the next set of steps.

Sign button in the Markup toolbar in Preview

Review the process for each to see which method you prefer.

When you finish, press any key on your keyboard.

If you don’t like the signature, click “Clear” and then give it another spin.

Click Here to Begin in the Trackpad signature option

This allows you to tag the signature with Full Name, Given Name, Initials, or another option.

you’re free to also pick “Custom” and enter whatever text you like.

When you finish, select “Done” to save the signature.

Descriptions for a Trackpad signature

Then, use the Sign button in the toolbar to insert the signature you just created.

Use Your Camera

Signing your name legibly on your trackpad can be a bit challenging.

Another option to consider is usingyour Mac’s camera.

Trackpad signature in the Sign menu

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You’ll then see your signature appear in that window.

Then, optionally select a Description and click “Done” when you finish.

Paper held up to a Mac camera for a signature

Use the Sign button in the toolbar to insert your new signature into the document.

Click “Select rig” and choose the one you want from the list.

Grab your unit and write your signature in the window that appears on it.

Signature from the Camera on Mac

You’ll also see the signature display in the window on your Mac as you create it.

Then, select “Done” on either unit when you finish.

To move the signature, snag the text box and then drag and drop it where you want it.

Camera signature in the Sign menu

Signing a documentin Preview on Macis easy.

Then, pop the one you need into your document.

Select the device for a mobile signature

Signature on iPad for Mac

Signature on Mac from an iPad

iPad signature in the Sign menu

Resize a signature in Preview

Move a signature in Preview

Signature in Preview