Apple Pages is Versatile, built-in document editor for Mac. You can use this word processor to create documents, books, resumes, posters, and more. However, when it comes to handling important documents, it lacks an important feature—adding a signature. Apple needs Add digital signature feature This guide will show you a quick solution to easily insert a signature into Apple Pages using the Preview app on macOS.
Create your digital signature using Preview on Mac
Before you can insert or add a signature to a document in Apple Pages, you'll need to create your digital signature first. The Preview app on macOS makes this easy.
Step 1: Open the document you need to sign in to Apple Pages and take a screenshot of an empty area using the keyboard shortcut CMD+Shift+4.
Step 2: Double-click the screenshot to open it in Preview and click the Show Markup Toolbar button.
Step 3: Click the Signature tool, and you'll see three different options for creating your signature. You can: - Create your signature using the trackpad -
While we'll demonstrate all three methods below, be aware that it takes a lot of effort to get a clear scan of your signature using your Mac's camera. You should only use this feature if you have one of the newer Macs with 1080p webcams. Also, make sure you have good ambient lighting conditions when using this feature.
Similarly, use the second option only if you have an Apple Pencil and an iPad. Creating your signature with your finger on the iPhone and iPad produces virtually the same result as using a trackpad. Note that this feature will only work if all devices are signed in with the same Apple ID.
Create your signature using the trackpad.
Step 1: Click the “Click here to start” button to get started.
Step 2: Type your signature using the trackpad and press any key. It may take a few tries to get a good signature, so keep trying until you're satisfied with the result. Once you're happy, click Done to save it.
Create your signature using your camera
Step 1: Sign your name on a technical document and have it ready to be scanned.
Step 2: Select the camera option and hold the paper so your signature is visible to the camera. Once the camera recognizes your signature, click the Done button to save it.
Create your signature using your iPhone or iPad
Step 1: Keep your iPhone or iPad nearby and select the "iPhone or iPad" option on your Mac. Here, click the Select Device option and choose your device.
Step 2: The signature field will open automatically on your iPhone or iPad. Use Apple Pencil or your finger to sign.
Step 3: Once it appears on your Mac, click the Done button to save it.
Add signature to screenshot
Step 1: Click the Signature tool and then the saved signature to add it to the screenshot.
Step 2: Use the border markers to resize the signature and save it when you are satisfied with the result.
Enter your signature in Apple Pages
Now that you've created your signature, follow the steps below to add it to your Apple Pages document.
Step 1: Open the document in Apple Pages and place the cursor where you want to insert your signature. From there, go to Media > Select.
Step 2: Select your signature file and click the Insert button.
Step 3: Use the resize handles to resize your signature. You can also drag the signature to adjust its position. Save the document when you're satisfied with the placement.
Easily sign your documents in Apple Pages
While Apple Pages doesn't have a built-in signature option, you can easily add your signature to any document using the steps above. The best part is that you only have to create your signature once. After that, simply enter it into Apple Pages whenever needed. Later, you canConvert your Apple Pages document to a PDF document Before sharing to ensure the security of your signature.
