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Add, Edit, and Remove Document Metadata

Add, Edit, and Remove Document Metadata

Documents can contain metadata such as the title, author, subject, keywords, comments, and creation details. LightPDF displays the available fields and lets you add, edit, or remove metadata without changing the visible document content.

Why Choose the LightPDF Metadata Editor?

  • · Edit metadata in PDF, DOC/DOCX, XLS/XLSX, and PPT/PPTX files without converting them.
  • · View existing metadata such as the title, author, subject, keywords, and comments.
  • · Add or modify incomplete, incorrect, or outdated file properties online.
  • · Clear individual metadata fields that you do not want to keep before sharing the file.
  • · Download the edited file in its original format.

When to Use a Metadata Editor

Correct Titles and Author Names
Fix missing, outdated, or incorrect title and author information stored in a document.
Organize Document Archives
Add consistent subjects and keywords to make files easier to categorize, identify, and manage.
Prepare Academic Files
Update metadata in research papers, assignments, reports, presentations, and study materials.
Remove Sensitive Metadata
Remove outdated author, company, subject, or comment information before sharing files externally.
Prepare Files for Publishing
Add accurate titles, authors, subjects, and keywords before distributing documents online.
Standardize File Properties
Use consistent metadata across related PDF, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files.

How to Edit Metadata

Update document properties without installing additional software

1
Upload Your File
Select a PDF, Word, Excel, or PowerPoint file from your device.
2
Edit Metadata
Add, update, or remove the available metadata fields as needed.
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Save and Download
Apply your changes and download the file in its original format.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Which file formats does LightPDF support?

LightPDF supports PDF, DOC/DOCX, XLS/XLSX, and PPT/PPTX files.

Which metadata fields can I edit?

You can edit available fields such as the title, author, subject, keywords, and comments. The fields available for editing depend on the file format and the metadata stored in the document.

Can I remove unwanted metadata?

Yes. You can clear supported metadata fields individually before saving the file. Some technical or read-only properties may not be editable or removable.

Will editing metadata change the document content?

No. Editing metadata does not change the visible text, images, tables, slides, formatting, or layout of the document.

Can I edit metadata in a password-protected file?

Password protection, editing restrictions, or digital signatures may prevent metadata changes. You may need to remove the restriction using the correct password before uploading the file.

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Edit metadata stored in your file, then download the updated file in its original format