How to Convert and Edit Any Type of Document

Many people get confused when it comes to converting and editing any type of document manually on a computer. So we take a look at online editors but have difficulty understanding how to even convert and edit them. Some of these online editors are quite hard to navigate and that is why we are here. In this article, we will explain how to convert and edit any type of document with a free PDF editor by CocoDoc. So without any further delay let's begin!

A little bit about CocoDoc

CocoDoc is an online free editor you can use to edit any type of file you want within seconds! Their webpage is secured with 256-bit encryption (with a certification) which protects your privacy as much as possible. CocoDoc also does not have access to your files since it would go against their privacy policy. They also have a large variety of tools available for your use. You can use tools such as the compressor to reduce the size of your file, an encryption tool to set up a password onto your file, and also standard editing and formatting tools which are available to all their users.

Signing up on CocoDoc Step by Step Process

The first thing you need to do to start editing on CocoDoc or any other site is to sign up. Once you are on the homepage of CocoDoc, click on the sign-up option. Once you do, you will have to fill in your name, email, and password. If you are too lazy to do that then you also have the option to sign up via a Google account, a lifesaver. And that's it! You are officially signed up and ready to start editing. Let's find out how to edit and convert files.

Converting and Editing Files on CocoDoc

When converting a file, you first have to scroll down to the bottom of the homepage where you will find all the types of files CocoDoc can convert to and from. Click on the one you want to convert and it will redirect you to another page where you can see exactly where to drop or choose files to convert. You should then pick up the files you want to convert, move the files into the rectangular box where it says to drop the files and then click on convert and download the new file! Just like that, you are able to convert a file format to another. Let's take a look at how to edit these files on CocoDoc.

When editing a file, you first have to scroll down to the bottom of the homepage just like in the previous step. You will then see all the tools available to use. If you want to edit a PDF file then just click on the Edit PDF option and it will take you to the PDF editor. Drop a file into the rectangle box where it says to drop the files and it will open up that file with a bunch of tools in front of you to begin your editing session. Once you have completed your changes, save the file and click on download. If you have a slow internet connection then it will take a minute or two because CocoDoc downloads the highest quality of files. Once the download is finished, you are good to go! Repeat the process if you have multiple files to edit!

More Tools Available With the Premium Plan

If you liked your experience so far, what if I tell you that you could access more of these tools such as signing a PDF via eSign, merging many files, compressing files, and more.

If you want to then you are lucky! CocoDoc offers 3 plans you can subscribe to every month and get access to these better tools.

The first plan is the basic plan for $9 where you just get access to the mobile app. The second and third plans are known as the premium and business plan. Both are available for $12 and $25. These prices are extremely cheap compared to what other PDF editors will provide you and trust us, this is the best for its price!

Conclusion

To conclude, this is how to convert and edit files using an online editor! We used CocoDoc because it is simple and the best out there! We recommend you to try it as well. There are disadvantages but I assure you that you will forget about them once you give the PDF editor a chance!