How to Insert a Signature in Pages: A Complete Guide

Use an Image of Your Handwritten Signature

Steps to Insert:

• Write your signature on paper or digitally on a tablet.
• Scan or photograph the signature clearly.
  
• Crop and enhance the image for clarity.
• Save as JPEG, PNG, or PDF.
• Open Pages and drag-and-drop or insert the image via Insert → Choose.
• Adjust the size, orientation, and opacity as needed.

Pros & Cons of the Image Method

• Pros: Easy, reusable, accessible.
• Cons: Quality dependent on image clarity.
  

Create & Insert via Apple Preview (Mac Only)

Steps to Insert:

• Export your Pages document to PDF and open it in Preview.
• In Preview, click the Markup toolbar and select the Signature tool.
• Create your signature using the trackpad, camera, or connected iPhone/iPad.
• Place the signature in the document.
• Export or copy-paste the signed PDF back into Pages.

Use Dedicated E-Signature Software

Steps to Insert:

• Export your document from Pages as PDF.

• Upload the PDF to Sign.Plus.

• Place signature fields and complete your signature securely.

• Download the signed document and re-import to Pages if necessary.

Pros & Cons of E-Signature Services

• Pros: Secure, legally binding, professional.
• Cons: Requires external software.
  

Sign Directly in Pages on iPad with Apple Pencil

Steps to Insert:

• Open Pages and select the '+' icon, then choose Drawing.
• Use the Apple Pencil to directly draw your signature.
  
• Resize and position your signature appropriately.