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Clear Comments from PDF Document Online or Manage via Java

Develop powerful Java based PDF document annotation utility application. Code listed for managing comments of PDF file through Java.

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Remove PDF Annotations Online

  1. Import PDF file to delete comments by uploading it
  2. Do it by clicking inside the drop area via drag and drop of annotation app
  3. Depending on the size of PDF file and internet speed wait for few seconds
  4. Click the ‘Remove’ button to clear comments
  5. Download the file instantly

Remove PDF Document Comments via Java

  1. Add library reference to Java project
  2. Load Document via Document class object
  3. Select the specific page via getPages().get_Item(Index)
  4. Use the AnnotationSelector and get all text annotations via annotationSelector.getSelected()
  5. Iterate through each annotationa call the delete method to remove it.
  6. Call the save method to save the file.
 

Java code to delete comments from PDF file

 

Add Annotation via Java

  1. Add library reference to Java project
  2. Create Document class object
  3. Add the new page and content using getPages().add()
  4. Use getPages().get_Item(Index) of TextAnnotation class
  5. Set the relevant annotations such as title, subject, content etc
  6. Use getAnnotations().add to add the annotations
  7. Call the save method to save the file with added comments
 

Java code to add PDF annotation

 
 

Develop PDF Document Annotation Application via Java

Need to develop a PDF annotation app or utility to provide feedback, make suggestions, or collaborate with others on the document? With Aspose.PDF for Java a child API of Aspose.Total for Java , any Java developer can integrate the above API code within its document annotation application. Powerful Java library allows programming any document annotation solution. Moreover it can support many popular formats including PDF format.

Java Library to Annotate PDF Files

There are alternative options to install “ Aspose.PDF for Java ” or “ Aspose.Total for Java ” onto your system. Our Java package is designed to be cross-platform, compatible with JVM implementations on various operating systems such as Microsoft Windows, Linux, macOS, Android, and iOS. Please choose one that resembles your needs and follow the step-by-step instructions:

System Requirements

  • J2SE 8.0 (1.8) or above
  • Support of Aspose.PDF for Java on IBM i (Iseries or As/400)

For details please refer to [Product Documentation](https://docs.aspose.com/pdf/java/system-requirements/#optional-dependencies).
 

📝 Why Annotate PDF Files: Enhance Contract Review, Legal Markup & E-Signature Workflows

Annotating PDF files is critical for teams managing contracts, legal documents, policy drafts, and approvals. Adding comments, highlights, stamps, or markups makes collaboration clear, keeps edits trackable, and supports secure digital workflows.

✅ Key Use Cases

  • Contract Review: Annotate PDFs to flag clauses, suggest revisions, and clarify terms before approvals.
  • Legal Document Markup: Add notes, highlights, and stamps to legal filings, compliance documents, and agreements to maintain clear audit trails.
  • E-Signature Workflows: Use annotations to guide signers, mark signature fields, and add clarifying instructions.
  • Policy Feedback: Collect team input by adding comments to policy manuals, HR guidelines, and compliance handbooks.

⚙️ Automation Advantages

  • Legal Tech: Automate PDF annotation for bulk contract reviews, redlining, and version tracking.
  • Education: Use smart PDF markup for paperless grading, student feedback, and peer reviews.
  • Digital Signature Platforms: Integrate auto-annotation to place signature fields, approval notes, and reviewer comments efficiently.

FAQs

  • Can I use above Java code in my application?
    Yes, you are welcome to download this code and utilize it for the purpose of developing Java-based document annotation application. This code can serve as a valuable resource to enhance the functionality and capabilities of your projects in the domain of backend document processing and manipulation.
  • Is this online document annotation app work only on Windows?
    You have the flexibility to initiate document annotation for comments removal at any device, irrespective of the operating system it runs on, whether it be Windows, Linux, Mac OS, or Android. All that's required is a contemporary web browser and an active internet connection.
  • Is it safe to use the online app to annotate PDF document?
    Of course! The output files generated through our service will be securely and automatically removed from our servers within a 24-hour timeframe. As a result, the display links associated with these files will cease to be functional after this period.
  • What browser should to use App?
    You can use any modern web browser like Google Chrome, Firefox, Opera, or Safari for online PDF document annotation. However, if you're developing a desktop application, we recommend using the Aspose.Total document processing API for efficient management.

Explore Annotate File Options with Java

Annotate CSV Files (Comma Seperated Values)
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Annotate DOCM Files (Microsoft Word 2007 Marco File)
Annotate DOCX Files (Office 2007+ Word Document)
Annotate DOT Files (Microsoft Word Template Files)
Annotate DOTM Files (Microsoft Word 2007+ Template File)
Annotate DOTX Files (Microsoft Word Template File)
Annotate EXCEL Files (Spreadsheet File Formats)
Annotate ODP Files (OpenDocument Presentation Format)
Annotate ODS Files (OpenDocument Spreadsheet)
Annotate ODT Files (OpenDocument Text File Format)
Annotate PDF Files (Portable Document Format)
Annotate POTM Files (Microsoft PowerPoint Template File)
Annotate POTX Files (Microsoft PowerPoint Template Presentation)
Annotate Powerpoint Files
Annotate PPS Files (PowerPoint Slide Show)
Annotate PPSM Files (Macro-enabled Slide Show)
Annotate PPSX Files (PowerPoint Slide Show)
Annotate PPT Files (PowerPoint Presentation)
Annotate PPTM Files (Macro-enabled Presentation File)
Annotate PPTX Files (Open XML presentation Format)
Annotate RTF Files (Rich Text Format)
Annotate TSV Files (Tab-separated Values)
Annotate TXT Files (Text Document)
Annotate WORD Files (WordProcessing File Formats)
Annotate XLS Files (Microsoft Excel Binary Format)
Annotate XLSB Files (Excel Binary Workbook)
Annotate XLSM Files (Macro-enabled Spreadsheet)
Annotate XLSX Files (Open XML Workbook)
Annotate XLT Files (Excel 97 - 2003 Template)
Annotate XLTM Files (Excel Macro-Enabled Template)
Annotate XLTX Files (Excel Template)