How to sign a document on iPhone

Signing a document with the "Draw" function

If you don't have a saved digital signature on your iPhone or prefer to manually sign a document, you can use the "Draw" function available in the "Notes" application.

Step 1: Open the "Notes" application

To access the "Draw" function, open the "Notes" application on your iPhone.

Step 2: Create a new note

Create a new note by clicking on the pen-shaped icon and then on "New Note".

Step 3: Add the document you want to sign as an attachment

Click on the camera icon and select the document you want to sign as an attachment. Alternatively, you can also choose to draw directly on the note itself.

Step 4: Sign the document using the "Draw" function

Click on the pencil icon at the bottom of the screen and select the "Draw" function. Use your finger to write your signature on the screen. You can also choose to change the stroke thickness or ink color.

Step 5: Save your signature

After signing the document, click on "Done" at the top of the screen. Your signature will be automatically saved in the "Recent" section of the "Draw" function, so that you can reuse it in future.

Step 6: Add signature to document

After signing the document, click on the "Share" icon and choose the "Save PDF to Files" option. This way, the note with your signature will be saved as a PDF file that you can send via email or other applications.

• Always make sure that your signature is legible and correctly positioned on the document;
• The "Draw" function is available only on iOS 11 or later versions;
• If you need to sign documents regularly, consider purchasing a digital signature to simplify the procedure.

Signing a document with the "Scan" function

If you don't have a digital signature or don't want to use the one on your iPhone, you can sign the document using the "Scan" function in the Notes application.

Step 1: Open the Notes application

Open the Notes application on your iPhone and create a new note.

Step 2: Select the "Scan" function

Tap on the "+" button and select the "Scan" function. Frame the document you want to sign and wait for the application to scan it.

Step 3: Sign the document

After scanning the document, tap on the "Signature" button at the bottom of the screen. Use your finger to write your signature on the dotted line. You can also choose to add date or other personalized information.

Step 4: Save signed document

After signing the document, tap on the "Save" button at the top right of the screen. The document will be saved in your note and you can send it as an attachment via email or message.

• Remember that this signature does not have legal value like a certified digital signature.
• In addition, make sure you have the necessary permissions to sign documents in this way, for example for informal agreements between friends or family members.

Sending the signed document

After signing the document on your iPhone, you have several options for sending it to the recipient. Here are some of the most common options:

• Email: You can send the signed document directly via email. Open the Mail app on your iPhone, create a new message and attach the signed document from your preferred signature app.
• Messages: If you prefer to send the document via message, open the Messages app on your iPhone, create a new message and tap the attachment icon. Select the signed document from your preferred signature app and send the message.
• iCloud Drive: If you want to securely store the document on iCloud Drive, you can easily do so from your iPhone. Open the Files app on your iPhone, select iCloud Drive and drag the signed document into the desired folder.
• Dropbox or Google Drive: If you use Dropbox or Google Drive to store your documents, you can easily upload the signed document to one of these platforms. Open the Dropbox or Google Drive app on your iPhone, select the desired folder and upload the signed document from your preferred signature app.

Remember that it is important to make sure that the recipient is able to access the signed document in the format in which you send it. If you are unsure of the required format, contact the recipient before sending the document.

Conclusion

Signing a document on your iPhone is easy and convenient. With signature apps available on the App Store, you can sign documents quickly and securely wherever you are. Remember that it is important to protect your sensitive documents with passwords or encryption to ensure their security. We hope this article has helped you learn how to sign a document on your iPhone and send it to the recipient effectively.