About Foxit Editor Pro

Adobe Acrobat Pro has long been a dominant player in PDF editing. However, with the shift to a subscription-only model and rising costs, many users are exploring alternatives, including Marquette University (MU).

Foxit PDF Editor Pro is Marquette University's recommended replacement for Adobe Acrobat Pro. It improves document productivity and efficiency. Foxit PDF Editor Pro can create, convert, edit, and sign PDFs across devices and is available for purchase through the IT Services TechSquad using an Internal Billing Form (IBF).

Why Foxit?

Cost Efficiency

Adobe Acrobat Pro's subscription model can be expensive, with educational pricing starting at approximately $120 per year. In contrast, Foxit Editor Pro offers a more cost-effective solution for its subscription at roughly $31.59 per year.

Ease of Use

Foxit Editor Pro slightly edges out Adobe in terms of user satisfaction. According to user reviews, Foxit Editor Pro scores a 9.0 for ease of use, compared to Adobe Acrobat Pro's 8.7. Users appreciate Foxit's intuitive interface, simplifying the learning curve and enhancing productivity.

Feature Comparison

Both Adobe Acrobat Pro and Foxit Editor Pro offer a comprehensive set of features for PDF editing. These include:

PDF Creation and conversion: Both tools allow users to create PDFs from various file formats and convert them to other formats, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Editing Tools: Users can edit text, images, and pages within PDFs. Both tools offer advanced editing capabilities, such as OCR (Optical Character Recognition) for scanned documents.
Collaboration and Sharing: Adobe and Foxit provide robust collaboration tools, including commenting, annotation, and sharing options.

Security

Security is a critical consideration for any PDF editor. Adobe Acrobat Pro and Foxit Editor Pro offer strong security features, including password protection, encryption, and digital signatures. However, Foxit Editor Pro is noted for its superior data recovery and security features, scoring higher in user reviews.

Conclusion

Foxit Editor Pro offers a robust , cost-effective and easy-to-use alternative to Adobe Acrobat Pro. With its flexible pricing , intuitive interface, and comprehensive feature set, Foxit Editor Pro provides excellent value for both individuals and institutions.

For Students

Visit Raynor Library for PDF editing software through Adobe Creative Cloud on Windows computers, iMacs or MacBook Laptops. Also, Adobe.com offers Creative Cloud academic discounts for personally-owned devices.

For Departments: Subscribe to Foxit Editor Pro

Foxit is an annual subscription, and the contract year begins in September. Subscriptions automatically renew each year - unless IT Services is notified before September. There are two types of subscriptions: a device subscription and a named subscription. Device subscriptions are for shared and lab computers. Everyone else must buy a named subscription.

When ordering, identify which type of Foxit Editor Pro: named or device.

Named subscription -- $31.59
Device subscription -- TBD

Use an Internal Billing Form (IBF) for new Foxit Editor Pro subscriptions. List the subscription type—named or device—in the IBF Form (Campus Access only). Email the completed IBF to mfstransfer@marquette.edu. The Purchasing Department reviews the IBF and submits it to IT Services for installation.

NOTE: If the subscription is to replace a former faculty or staff member, provide the name of the former employee in the IBF and follow the instructions above.

Click here to determine if you need a PDF Editor or a PDF Reader.

Training

Below are video tutorials for some of the more popular functions of FoxIT PDF Editor Pro

Creating, Saving, and Editing PDF

Converting PDF Documents to Office Documents

Creating a Signature and Signing Documents

Creating PDF Documents

Creating Fillable Form

Create a PDF Using OCR