# pdf-notes for iPad (ads) — fast page turning pdf viewer

> Fast PDF viewer and annotator for iPad with finger-writing and organization. (iPhone/iPad app by AMuseTec Co., Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-notes-for-ipad-ads/id391487223 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [AMuseTec Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/342152781)
- Category: Productivity, Business
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.32/5 from 22 App Store ratings · 204 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 141 MB
- Languages: English, Korean
- Released: 2010-09-22
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-notes-for-ipad-ads/id391487223/reviews.md

## What is pdf?

[notice] pdf-notes for iPad (ads) involves advertisements. Paid version is available at http://itunes.apple.com/app/id4172008446

Utilize pdf-notes to manage all the pdf files on your iPad. Fast display, quick page-turning even a thousand pages, useful finger-writing and email your notes to your friends.

Differentiation-1. While turning pages of paperbooks fast, you can glance over the pages. While turning pages of pdf-notes fast, you can still run over the contents. Speedy page turning and scanning the contents with pdf-notes or paperbooks.

Differentiation-2. There are many pdf readers allow you to annotate; but do you know which app allows you can write any notes in a second? If you are using pdf-notes, you may experience very fast and intuitive finger-writing like: zoom-in and note by double-tap or; writing with one finger, page-turning with two fingers, pen-changing with three fingers.

- Easy importing PDF files through (DropBox, Email or Safari's) "Open In..." or iTunes
- Categorized multiple bookshelves(booklists) with powerful search
- Displaying pages as optimized size 1024x768 of iPad
- Portrait and landscape view
- Pinch zoom and crop page-margins
- Fast loading and Speedy page-turning

- Finger-writing with a variety of pens, highlighters and text notes
- Easy "zoom-in and note" on a magnified screen by a double tap
- One-step page-turning using 2 fingers on editing mode
- One-step pen-changing or undo/redo using 3 fingers on editing mode
- Exporting annotated PDF files to Email

- External display and screen brightness controls
- AirPrint and multi-tasking

Misunderstandings about pdf-notes:
- Not only pdf-notes but every app recently updated is removed from the open-in menu because iOS5 or formers currently show only 10 apps in open-in menu.
- iPad/iphone Mail/iBooks can't display PDF annotations so that please open it in the other pdf apps.
- please visit the support site for more information http://bit.ly/f6D31P

Blog http://pdf-notes.com
Email musebook@musebook.com
Twitter http://twitter.com/musebook4u
YouTube http://youtu.be/4AyRyFq9yxg

NOTE: All content contained herein is subject to change without notice.

## Key features

- Fast page turning and scanning
- Intuitive finger-writing and annotation
- Easy PDF import via Dropbox, Email, iTunes
- Categorized bookshelves with search
- Export annotated PDFs via email
- Pinch zoom and crop page margins

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime License | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1-Year Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2-Month Pass | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of pdf?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 🚀 Fast and responsive
- 💡 Great annotation tools
- 🔒 Secure and reliable
- 📚 Excellent for students and academics

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 💸 Expensive paid version
- 📤 Difficulty exporting annotated PDFs
- 🔍 Lack of search functionality
- 🖍️ Inconsistent behavior of highlighting and erasing

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Annotated PDFs losing data during export
- Crashes after recent app updates
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps
- Incorrect page numbering and navigation

**Most requested features**

- Add text typing and editing capabilities
- Implement a table of contents feature
- Improve integration with cloud storage services
- Allow custom organization of PDF files
- Enhance the note-taking experience

## Recent user reviews (10 of 204)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pdf-notes-for-ipad-ads/id391487223/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Search function no longer works

*2026-04-02, version 26.4*

I’ve used this for years to help me search through PDFs. The search doesn’t work with the New update so I’m forced to find another pdf reader.

### 1/5 — Don’t buy

*2023-04-07, version 16.4*

I have used this app for some time now but no more. When updating on my iPad and iPhone my paid version disappears and is replaced by the free, ad ridden version. Last time this happened I was annoyed but paid again, not going to do this a second time. Ripoff…..

### 3/5 — Documents won’t open anymore.

*2022-01-09, version 15.2.0*

I now have no access to any of my pdf documents. App opens but not the documents. Hope this gets fixed soon.

### 5/5 — PDF notes not working with IOS 15.2 update

*2022-01-02, version 14.7.0*

The app opens but you can't open any of the pdfs. You press on them but nothing happens. Thanks.
Long time user. Love the app. Please fix as soon as possible.
Thanks.

### 1/5 — Not able to open docs

*2021-09-24, version 14.7.0*

I’m able to up the app but not the PDFs…using IOS 14.8

### 5/5 — Great for song books

*2021-06-19, version 14.4.0*

I’ve used this app for 8 year so useful can change chords of songs,  words , add chord symbols it’s great I have 0ver 700 songs brilliant

### 4/5 — Can no longer open my PDFs

*2021-04-04, version 14.4.0*

I’ve loved and used this app exclusively for years, my entire brain is on this thing. However, now 8 cannot access any of my PDFs- clicking on them doesn’t elicit any sort of response, when this is how they usually open.

### 4/5 — I swear by pdf-notes even though it stinks sometimes

*2020-11-17, version 14.2.1*

I have had pdf-notes for six years and I can’t use anything else. It does have some major flaws, such as not very pretty design, inability to make selections and transformations, and occasional glitches. However, pdf-notes has really easy to use tools, lots of export options, and the ability to rename and organize pdfs. It is so simple and I love it. None of this Notability stuff, pdf-notes is the OG annotation app.

However, pdf-notes, if you see this, please do consider updating your interface to something that doesn’t look like it’s from 2012, and a transform/selection feature would be amazing.

### 4/5 — Can’t open documents

*2020-11-02, version 13.7.2*

Since the most recent Apple update, I can’t access my files.
I can navigate my files but when I click to open they will not open.

They still would not open.  Then I had the idea to add something to the app.  I was able to do that and now it is working again.
Thank you for getting back to me.
I couldn’t find where that was after restarting my iPad.

### 1/5 — Unable to open PDF

*2020-10-23, version 13.7.2*

After the last update the app will open but I am unable to open and view my downloaded pdf’s. Please fix ASAP

## Frequently asked questions about pdf

### What does this app do?

This app allows you to manage all your PDF files on your iPad. It offers fast page turning, intuitive finger-writing for annotations, and easy organization of your documents into categorized bookshelves. You can also import PDFs from various sources and export annotated versions.

### What are the key features for annotating PDFs?

The app provides a variety of pens, highlighters, and text notes for annotation. It features an easy 'zoom-in and note' function by double-tapping, one-step page turning with two fingers, and one-step pen changing or undo/redo with three fingers while in editing mode.

### Is this app free to use?

The app is available for free and includes advertisements. A paid version is also available, which likely removes ads and may offer additional features. You can find the paid version through the provided link.

### How can I import PDF files into the app?

You can easily import PDF files through Dropbox, Email, or by using the 'Open In...' option from Safari. Additionally, you can import files via iTunes.

### What are common use cases for this app?

This app is ideal for students, professionals, or anyone who frequently works with PDF documents. Use cases include annotating study materials, marking up reports, taking notes on articles, and organizing research papers, all with the convenience of fast page turning and direct annotation.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 26.4.2 — 2026-04-13

- search bug fixed (Document Settings > "Text search failed? Reset search data")

### 26.4 — 2026-03-26

- bug fixed

### 26.3.2 — 2026-03-08

- bug fixed

### 26.3 — 2026-03-03

- bug fixed

### 26.2.2 — 2026-02-03

- bug fixed

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