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How to Sign a PDF Document in Bluebeam Revu? 

Product: Bluebeam Revu 

Summary: This guide provides the step-by-step process for adding a secure digital signature to a PDF using Bluebeam Revu. Digital signatures help ensure document authenticity and compliance with security standards. 

Audience: Users who need to sign PDF documents securely using Bluebeam Revu. 
Scope: Applies to Bluebeam Revu users with a valid Digital ID and hardware token. 

Prerequisites 

Before you begin, ensure you have the following: 

 
Procedure to sign the PDF document (Bluebeam Revu) 

Step 1: Connect Your Token 

Plug your hardware token into a USB port on your computer. This is required for authentication. 

Step 2: Open the PDF in Bluebeam Revu 

Launch Bluebeam Revu and open the PDF document you want to sign. 

Step 3: Access Signature Tools 

Navigate to Tools > Signatures > Sign Document from the top menu. 

 
Step 4: Create Signature Field 

Click and drag your mouse on the PDF to create a signature field where your digital signature will appear. 

Step 5: Configure Signature Settings 

In the Sign dialog box: 

 
Step 6: Apply Signature 

Click OK to confirm your settings. 

Step 7: Save the Signed PDF 

Bluebeam Revu will prompt you to select a file name and location for the signed PDF. Click Save when done. 

 
Step 8: Authenticate with Password 

Enter the password for your token to allow Revu to use the certificate. 

Step 9: Verification 

To confirm that the process was successful, check that your digital signature appears in the designated area of the PDF document.