You can customize digital signatures to make information you want to share visible, and also to display your physical signature, a corporate logo, or some other graphic you want to appear alongside your signature. You can edit the appearance of your signature at the time of signing a document, or at any time.
How to create a new digital signature
In the File menu, click Preferences, expand the Digital Signature section, and select Appearances
In the Signature appearances section, click New
The Configure Signature Appearance dialog appears
In the Graphic section, select one of the following:
No graphic: include no additional information
Graphic from file: Click Select graphic, specify an image file of you signature, and then click OK
Name: print your name as text
In the Text section, specify which parts of your digital signature you wish to be visible and printable in a PDF
Preview your signature, and then click OK
How to edit the appearance of a digital signature
In the File menu, click Preferences, then Digital Signature, and then Appearances
In the Signature appearances list, select a signature to configure, and then click Edit
The Configure Signature Appearance dialog appears.
In the Graphic section, select one of the following:
No graphic: include no additional information
Graphic from file: Click Select graphic, specify an image file of you signature, and then click OK
Name: print your name as text
In the Text section, specify which parts of your digital signature you wish to be visible and printable in a PDF
Preview your signature, and then click OK
Click Apply and OK
Last updated: June 30, 2026
Was this article helpful?
Thanks for your feedback. We're glad we could help.
Thank you. Your feedback will be used to make future improvements.
Thanks for your interest in Nitro!
For those requiring fewer than 20 licenses, our online store is the fastest way to access the same trusted Nitro PDF tools—optimized for simplicity, security, and speed.
Recommended plans for you:
Nitro PDF Standard
For Windows, Mac, and iOS
For individuals, small teams, and businesses seeking a full suite of PDF editing tools to boost productivity and streamline workflows.
For those requiring fewer than 20 licenses, our online store is the fastest way to access the same trusted Nitro Sign tools—optimized for simplicity, security, and speed.
Recommended plans for you:
Nitro Sign Standard
For Windows, Mac, and iOS
For individuals or small teams with basic signing needs.