Use the Snapshot tool to create custom markups

Applies to:

  • Revu 21
  • Revu 20

The Snapshot tool allows you to copy elements from a PDF—like text, raster images, or vector graphics—and paste them as new vector images. This is different from a standard copy/paste or image capture, which can result in low-quality, pixelated content when enlarged. The Snapshot tool allows you retain the vector properties of the original content, enabling you to resize it without compromising clarity. If you want to save the snapshot as a markup, you can also add it to the Tool Chest for later use.

Take a snapshot

  1. Go to Edit >  Snapshot.

    If you don't want to include markup content in your snapshot, go to Edit > PDF Content > Snapshot Content to take a snapshot of only the PDF content (i.e. vector lines).

  2. Click and drag the cursor to form a rectangle around the desired area. Alternatively, you can set points to define a polygonal shape around the area. The selected area flashes blue when a snapshot has been taken.

  3. Press ESC to exit Snapshot mode.

  4. Right-click the area where you want to place the markup and select Paste.

You can adjust the position or orientation of the snapshot as needed.

Format and save your snapshot to the Tool Chest

To edit the properties of the snapshot, go to Window > Panels > Properties.

To save the snapshot to your Tool Chest, right-click the snapshot, select Add to Tool Chest, and choose the desired toolset.

How-To

Revu 21

Revu 20

Markup

The snapshot tool allows you to copy text, raster, or vector data from your PDF to the clipboard. Pasting the snapshot onto a PDF (within Revu) creates a new vectorized image, allowing you to adjust properties such as size and color. If you would like to keep the snapshot for use as a markup, you can also add it to the Tool Chest for later use.