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February 16, 2021
We use Kofax Power PDF to convert documents to .pdf format. It does everything we need it to do and more, while being cost efficient. It provides fax confirmations and the ability to re-send. We are very satisfied with this program.
- Ability to fill out .pdf documents.
- Can edit .pdf documents.
- Can copy and paste selected text into other documents.
- Would like the ability to simply select and convert a selection of text without having to save it.
The platform is extremely user friendly and easy to use. It is cost-saving and efficient. I use it daily and have found it to be a great product and would recommend it to any small business or indivdual.
February 10, 2021
Each of our employee workstations has a copy and is a user. We used to use Adobe Acrobat but did not like their subscription model since we have a number of light users so we were looking for an alternative that everyone could have access to. I have not found anything it will not do that we could do using Acrobat, before implementing the Kofax software. Like any software there is a learning curve figuring out how you do things but I have not found anything that it cannot do that I used to rely on in these types of programs.
- Prints PDF format documents
- Combine's pdfs into single documents
- Opens existing pdf files
- Creates searchable files
- Allows editing and comments on existing pdf documents
- Could be some basic training videos
- There may be some but I haven't seen a full list of its functionality
- Increase the ability to reduce files.
- Fill-in Form creation
It is very easy to use, intuitive controls
February 10, 2021
[Kofax] Power PDF [(formerly Nuance Power PDF)] is used to create "smart" forms for member applications for several different services. We also use the program for converting PDF to Excel and creating PDF forms from Word. It is also used to update text on PDF documents, as well as creating multiple-page pdf files from separate Word and PDF files.
- Creating forms
- Converting Word and Excel files to PDF
- Converting PDF to Word and Excel
- Very fast converting from one file type to another
- The resequencing of form tabs is extremely difficult
- The HELP system very often does not find the info that I need .
- The ribbon icons are very dull and difficult to interpret as compared to similar Microsoft icons.
- Quite often the text update function messes up the entire page after you add a word to an existin text line. It doesn't know how to create multilines when needed.
It is NOT very easy to use for new users of the program. There are very few tutorials or classes to help newbies. Also, the HELP system is quite often unable to find the info someone needs.
Once you get the hang of the program it is fairly easy to use, except for the more advanced form development.
Once you get the hang of the program it is fairly easy to use, except for the more advanced form development.
February 06, 2021
Kofax Power PDF is being used by me to complete Carrier Supplementals that are not in editable .pdf, along with Bond Forms that the Obligee insist be on their Old Forms. I also use [it] to correct Certificates of Insurance for spelling corrections when there is no time to go in and issue another cert. quickly. This helps me to perform my job as well as assist the producers in the Supplementals we receive from the carriers that need to be completed - typed answers are far better then hand written ones you cannot read. I've also been able to convert several documents into Word to be able to correct some of the formatting or extend space. It truly has helped me with time management for sure.
- Editing a current .pdf document is so much easier and faster - being able to match the forms font type and size is key.
- The easy task of converting a .pdf into a Word document to add space or add extra/correct wording has been key - especially for Old Bond Forms.
- Saving in Kofax is easy for those documents or endorsement forms you need to add or manually correct ( adding policy numbers, insured's full name/dba to forms as required).
- I haven't found any cons yet with what I am using it for.
It is so easy to use - I also love the stamping feature for invoices PAID, COPY of Bonds, or when you have someone ask for a stamped original certificate - I can do this with Kofax. You have make my job much easier and saved so much time!!! I highly recommend it to anyone.
February 02, 2021
As a real estate broker, we use PDF files extensively. Many require editing or additions as well as signatures. Kofax Power PDF has great edit features. Working with text within the PDF file or adding text via the typewriter feature saves me an immense amount of time. For single document work needing signatures, Kofax Power PDF allows me to sign, save and send easily. I also receive images that need to be converted or embedded into a PDF file [which is] easy to do with Kofax Power PDF. Also, separating pages, adding pages and the like are all easy to do with Kofax Power PDF.
- Easy to edit the text of any PDF file.
- Create PDF files from other formats such as Word or images.
- Remove, sort, add or remove individual pages from a PDF file.
- Initial load time could be faster.
- A way to increase font size for tools and menus for visually impaired.
- Separate signature panel or tool bar.
Kofax Power PDF has a common menu and toolbar style that is easy to use and get familiar with. The menu has an easy to follow layout. The tools for each menu item are logical. As a result, the learning curve was minimal. The recent files and Open/View pain are a helpful addition. Overall, an easy to learn and use program.
February 02, 2021
I use Kofax Power PDF [(formerly Nuance Power PDF)] for my scanner initially, but am using it more & more as replacement for Adobe. I like it's ease of use for combining & extraction of files. It's saving me lots of paper also as I work at home 50% of the time like most of us are. (2020-2021). I'm sure I'll find more uses also as time allows.
- Ease of use for editing position of pages in combining
- Quicker response upon printing (Adobe is VERY slow)
- Allows multiple choices for combining(like deleting original files in folder upon combination completeness.)
- Editing original Adobe document can be a bit tricky.
Combining of scanned pages as my scanner is very basic desktop model
I, and we, use [Kofax Power PDF (formerly Nuance Power PDF)] to review documents in relation to the legal services we offer. It is definitely equal to, if not better than, Adobe. Kofax [Power PDF] makes it very easy to review and edit PDF documents. Our firm has switched over to Kofax [Power PDF] from Adobe, and couldn't be happier.
- Edits PDFs
- Viewing multiple files in one window (tabs)
- Ease of saving edits (an issue I had with adobe)
- Converting .doc to PDF
- Nothing comes to mind yet
The ease of converting and editing documents has been particularly easy. This is what I use it for on a daily basis.
January 28, 2021
I have many uses for Kofax [Power PDF (formerly Nuance Power PDF)]. I have a forensic
accounting practice and use it for the following:
1.
I receive many documents in PDF form. I have to
analyze and use those documents in connection with the forensic and
investigative process.
2.
I produce many reports. Generally, those reports
are produced with Excel for various schedules and Word for the text report. I
can convert all these electronically from Excel and Word. The result is PDF’s
that are very close to original. I then can combine the text and schedules into
one PDF and add page numbers that are contiguous. I have an image of my
signature that I can insert in the signature line. The result is a near original
that even though it may be many pages, is easy to email because the size of the
combined PDF file is quite small.
3.
When producing drafts of reports for review, I
can easily add a header ‘Draft” or similar notations to all pages easily.
4.
Sometimes I must submit documents. I can add
what is know in litigation as bates numbers with ease.
5.
Sometimes, depending on the quality of PDF files
I receive, I can convert those files from PDF to Excel or Word. This can save a
lot of data entry or typing.
6.
When I am out of town, this allows me to prepare
a report, sign it, and email it to its destination as long as I have access to
the internet. I have done this from many locations throughout the US and on
more than one occasion, from other parts of the world.
Bottom line, I use the PDF software on most days, some more
than others. It is a great tool for my practice.
- I replaced my very old Adobe product because it has certain limitations with some of my current software. Adobe only makes a compatible product available for monthly rental. Kofax has only a one-time payment.
- I line how quickly the product produces PDF's directly from Excel, Word and Power Point. I use this feature almost every day I am working.
- I can create reports from Excel, Word and Power Point and combine them into one PDF with ease. I can add page numbers and sign it with an image of my actual signature from anywhere I have access to the internet.
- On a recent trip to Japan, I was able to create such a report after hearing from a client. I created the report in both Excel and Word. I created two PDF's, one from the Word file and one from the Excel file. I combined them, added page numbers and added my signature and was able to send it off by email.
- I am not sure that this is a need for improvement or simply I just do not know how to make the software do what I want. However, if I have one or more Excel schedules that are more than one page, I would like to be able, say at the top of the page for each page numbers have 1 of 3, 2 of 3 and 3 of 3. If I have Excel set to add those page numbers and convert multiple Excel schedules to PDF’s and then add page numbers to the bottom of all pages, the PDF software changes the, in my example, the page numbers at the top to other numbers that do not work. I have been busy and need to contact Kofax support to address this.
So far I have find it easy to use. I have only owned it for a few months.
March 08, 2021
We have utilized Kofax Power PDF (formerly Nuance) for many years. I was looking for a robust, easy-to-learn, less expensive alternative to Adobe Acrobat. Throughout its iterations, Kofax Power PDF (formerly Nuance) has more than met our needs and expectations. Frequently we have had to work with printed documents or PDF files that clients wanted to modify for continued use by various departments throughout their companies. In some cases, where content management, document management, and forms control have been an issue, Kofax Power PDF (formerly Nuance) has saved us from the laborious task of having to retype vast amounts of documentation. As a small management consulting firm with a limited staff of highly skilled professionals, anything that saves labor costs provides the ability to compete with other (frequently larger) firms.
- The ability to convert material into other formats, such as Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, or Word files
- The ability to edit PDF files, revising, adding, deleting, or redacting text, while saving existing graphics, video, or audio links
- Ensuring the compatibility of formatting with industry standards
- The ability to easily insert editorial comments for documents that are works in progress
- My wife is a freelance medical writer and is constantly having to move between various content management tools. I have been trying to move her to Kofax Power PDF (formerly Nuance), but she has found learning the user interface (menus) and processes and procedures too challenging compared to products such as Adobe Acrobat.
- Available, up-to-date training and education material, with access to things such as user forums, videos, etc., would greatly ease new users' transition to the product.
I have found Kofax Power PDF (formerly Nuance) to have the shortest learning curve of any comparable software product. Updates are well thought out and have been easy to integrate into our processes. This has enabled us to maintain our schedules and turnaround time. These savings have enabled us to allocate more time to upfront research, analysis, document preparation, and presentation preparation.
We use it constantly for all of our PDF needs. We use it to produce forms, and other modifiable documents as well as to review the documents from other which are sent to us in PDF forms. It addresses our need for a functional and efficient user platform for all of our PDF needs. We have looked at other products and find that this is the most efficient and cost effective one out of many.
- As a PDF platform.
- As a way to convert PDF documents.
- As a platform for creation of modifiable and non modifiable forms.
- I like the product as is.
Very intuitive platform. Easy to use and easy to train staff to use.
I use Power PDF daily in my business. It works great for opening documents and allowing me to print mixed paper sizes.
- I think the ability to download the docs. Handles everything that I need and fully integrates a PDF to a Word doc.
- Every so often if I have a pre-propulated form with numbers that information prints out as a series of #$%÷' not sure why that happens.
- Also once a document is downloaded I have to go directly to where it downloaded or open the Power PDF or it won't print the docs in mixed paper sizes.
Power PDF has been extremely easy to use. Once I download the documents and open the application it easily allows me to do what I need to support my business. Features are great.
February 17, 2021
I teach accounting at a university. I use Kofax Power PDF (formerly Nuance) to edit and prepare documents for my students. I am the only instructor in my department who uses Kofax Power PDF (formerly Nuance).
- Edit PDF files—I can delete a page or insert a page
- It is good for combining multiple PDF files into a single PDF document for my students
- I can annotate PDFs submitted by my students—placing my grading notes into their document provides the best feedback
- Sometimes it is a little slow to load files
It is very easy to use. The new interface has the look and feel of Microsoft Office—it is much more intuitive to use.
February 12, 2021
Danfoss recently ended our relationship with Adobe. When that happened, IT selected replacements for all of the approved Adobe apps. Kofax was chosen to replace Acrobat Pro. We rarely create new PDFs directly in Kofax. We either edit existing PDFs or create a PDF using the PDF printer. The Engineering Department makes heavy use of annotation features (markup). We also regularly use "save as jpeg" so we can make more significant changes to a page using image editing tools. Obviously importing images to rebuild a PDF is part of that, as is the "shrink" PDF feature. OCR is another capability we use consistently but rarely think about as it's sort of assumed to be there. Although we had a bit of learning curve in "finding" things in Kofax, it's proven to be a solid replacement for Acrobat. I've replaced Acrobat with Kofax (Mac version) on my personal computer as well.
- The annotation tools are extensive and intuitive.
- Export (save to) image produces good quality jpeg images.
- OCR produces quality results for most fonts.
- It would be nice if the Mac version had the same options as the Windows versions.
- Merge to PDF seems to be a separate app. It would be nice if it were integrated into one.
It is easy to use although common features sometimes use different names (from Acrobat) and are organized a bit differently. An example is converting a PDF to jpeg files. In Acrobat that's done using "Export..." in Kofax, it's "Save as... file type....jpg." No big deal, just different.
February 12, 2021
We have been transitioning away from Adobe Acrobat to Power PDF over the last few years as computers are upgraded and replaced. We use Power PDF everyday to manage our and our clients' legal documents as the .pdf format is the industry standard for almost everything we do. Power PDF is used both as a reader and an editor.
- Redaction.
- File size reduction.
- Custom stamping (for exhibit "stickers" on documents).
- There are sometimes odd issues with the drag and drop, page organization features.
- The text selection tool is often delayed in "grabbing" the text.
- The search feature is slower than Adobe's.
The program is easy to use. Some of its advanced features require some digging and clicking around. But I found the online resources more than robust enough to explain how to do everything I have ever tried to do. The redaction feature is key for a law firm and Power PDF's is the best I have seen.
I am the sole user at this time. I began using the software when it was a Nuance product. I continue to use it as a means to analyze caselaw, briefs, motions, and transcripts. It is particularly useful in creating indexes for large documents, such as trial transcripts. I also appreciate ability to create comment summaries by highlighting relevant portions of a transcript or other document. Comment summaries are very helpful in analyzing trial transcripts and assertions made by parties regarding the statements in the briefs. I’m currently working with a substitute computer that does not have the software installed. Instead, I am forced to work with the Adobe Reader and I’m very frustrated that it does not work near as well. Further, it does not have the capabilities that even the standard version of your software providers.
- Rendering a PDF into an OCR readable document.
- Creating comment summaries.
- Providing different methods of highlighting or adding comments to documents.
- Creating a means to edit a PDF in the standard version of your software.
- Producing a version compatible with Apple products.
- Cooperation with a legal research company, such as Westlaw, to allow more robust links.
Very simple to use right from the beginning. Most of the controls are very intuitive. I have had no difficulty using the software on a day to day basis and I plan to recommend the software to the rest of our staff.
February 10, 2021
I use this product all day every day I work. It is easy to use and allows me a lot of flexibility in publishing documents for clients, publishing word documents (converted to .pdf) and signing letters to email with a more personal touch. The stamp capabilities allow me to make changes needed on .pdf documents I would otherwise have to spend a lot of time recreating. Most of the commercial pdf software is too complicated and uses terminology that is unfamiliar. This is easy to use and straight forward. Works with ease and I love using it. In a digital paperless age I cannot imagine getting along without it.
- Allows me to easily insert text and graphics in documents.
- Allows me to sign documents with ease to make correspondence more personal.
- Makes changes to documents I receive as .pdf easy and quick.
- An easier way to make stamps for those of us who are technically deficient.
Saves time and money by being very easy and quick to use. Other packages are much more complicated and the terminology on the commercial larger selling products makes it very difficult to use their help application to get help in using software. Size of software and maneuverability on my computer is very good, not a resource hog like a lot of document software tends to be.
February 10, 2021
Kofax Power PDF is being used by many individuals across the department as well as the whole organization. It is an incredible tool for converting .pdf documents to other forms, i.e. Word, Excel, etc. In addition to converting, Kofax Power PDF has also replaced Adobe for my .pdf viewer and editor.
- PDF Reader.
- PDF Editor.
- PDF Converter.
- PDF Convert to Microsoft Excel.
- PDF Convert to Word.
- PDF Editor/ Markup.
Power PDF is easy to use. My experience has been fairly great. I use it most to convert PDF files to Microsoft Excel workbooks. I enjoy that each page of the PDF becomes its own worksheet in Excel. Being able to right-click on a PDF and select Convert PDF as Spreadsheet to Microsoft Excel makes the software that much easier to use. It's a definite time and therefore, cost saver.
Our clients often send documents in multiple pages that need to be combined into one. Kofax Power PDF makes that a seamless process. We also need to redact personal information from documents and Kofax makes it easy. I'm really glad I was able to get my company to make the purchase. It sames me time and trouble over and over again.
- Easy to use.
- Great document editing features.
- Reasonably priced.
- There are more features than I use.
- I haven't needed many of the features it has.
- My use is limited. The features I have used are easy.
Again, the features that I take advantage of are very easy to use.
February 08, 2021
I use Kofax Power PDF (formerly Nuance Power PDF) to access and work with all my PDF documents. I use it to assemble PDFs from various documents and extract pages from PDFs that I want to use.
- Opens all PDFs
- Easy to use for bookmarks, extraction, and most editing features
- Easy to use to assemble various documents into a single PDF
- I would like the editing tools to be more intuitive
The basic functions are easy to use and intuitive. The more advanced functions can take some digging but they all seem to be there.
February 03, 2021
I have been using Power PDF for almost 6 years. My needs are simple, to be able to print to a pdf, view them, manipulate pages (such as signing a contract page, scanning it and reinserting it in place of the unsigned page). I also occasionally stamp pages and do light editing and commenting.
- Tabbed document pages, the best enhancement in years.
- Easy drag & drop page manipulation within and between pdf files.
- Search works well when trying to find areas to edit in a template.
- Maybe it's due to occasional use, but sometimes finding less used features can be challenging.
As a user of Power PDF for almost 6 years, each new release has new features that are intuitive to use. The newer tabs feature is great. It was annoying in the past to open 5 PDF files and have 5 applications open on the desktop. Switching between documents used to be cumbersome as well, now it is as easy as a browser to switch tabs and flip between documents.
It is used across the whole organization, but as a Technical Writer, [I] probably use more of its features on a consistent basis. I write most of my documents in Word, and then convert to PDF using Kofax. I also create HTML documentation in Madcap Flare, and also create a PDF version at the same time, using a single source.
- Allows me to fill out forms.
- Allows me to EASILY edit and modify content.
- I do miss the ability to create a circle as a highlight. It appears I have to create a Comment, and then eliminate the text element.
I find it much easier to use than the competitors, and it actually seems to work/paint the results faster.
February 02, 2021
Largely to sign PDFs - which is now moving more and more to DocuSign or the like - and marking up PDFs with comments.
- Less expensive than alternatives.
- Works consistently.
- Interface.
- Intuitiveness.
- Much better 'help' facility.
Wow, if it was designed to be easy to use I am the worst person then to discuss this topic with. I find it hard get around - to know of - let alone use the features. As I shared earlier, the interface is largely the same as the Nuance product in 2013.
January 29, 2021
I use Kofax Power PDF and have used it since it was a Nuance product. Working from home now during COVID-19, I am the only user to use the product. I have a large number of professional documents and papers that are in PDF format and Power PDF Advanced has been an essential and irreplaceable tool.
- Managing document pagination, extraction, and assembly, and exporting to many formats (I use Image export a lot).
- Editing works very well as I need to extract imagery and written segments from one document to paste into other documents.
- Commenting and annotating PDF documents is useful and easy to do.
- Conversion to other Office formats works well as does integration with Kofax PaperPort that I also extensively use.
- My PDF documents open in too large of a view (typically 300+ %) and I always have to reduce the view to 100% with 3-4 keyclicks.
- The link to Power PDF Help does not work: The link tries to take you to a Nuance web site that returns a 404 Server error.
- This is such a rich application that a User Manual would be very helpful, for example, even third-party books such as what Evernote and Acrobat have available.
Ease of use for basic functions is excellent and for what I need it for, developing workflows is a non-problem. I know the application has more features than (I think) I need to use so having a user manual (or third-party book) would very likely expose more functionality that would be useful for me.
January 28, 2021
I have tried many different PDF programs from free to subscription type and have found Kofax Power PDF the best for day to day PDF handling. Easy to use for the novice with the tools available for more advanced users. Most of the use comes from filling in forms or creating PDF documents to share.
- Ease of use
- Document assembly
- Conversion to other platforms
- Thumbnail view
- Mark up
- Scaling drawings
- Highlighting
This is very important, for I get new people in all the time. With Kofax, I don't need to spend a great time training, most of the tools are intuitive and very self-explanatory. Unlike another program I use that requires many hours of training and even after the training is still very difficult to navigate. You have none of this with the Kofax.
With the increased levels of security in all aspects of our business we cannot use the subscription model in areas and prefer perpetual licenses. Kofax Power PDF meets and exceeds all our portable document format requirements.
We love it.
We love it.
- Editing.
- Document Conversions.
- Security and Digital Signatures.
- Works perfect for our needs.
- Works perfect for our needs
We use it every day for generating, modifying, [and] converting documents and [it] has worked wonderfully.
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What is Kofax Power PDF?
Kofax Power PDF is a presented as an easy-to-use, powerful, low cost, and secure solution to manage PDFs for businesses and individuals. Buy once, own forever - no subscription fees.
The vendor provides the benefits as:
- Ease of use: Works like Office desktop products, so it's easy to learn
- Compatibility: Works across devices and platforms, share documents in a storage cloud
- Security: Built-in features to protect information & easily compare documents to monitor tampering
- Speed & Accuracy: Accurate & speedy when converting PDFs to/from Word, Excel, and other popular formats
- e-Signature integration: Sign & send PDF documents for signature
- Redact sensitive information: Automatically detect & redact words and expressions for safe, secure document sharing
- Create interactive PDF forms with a single click: Instantly convert a flat, image-based PDF form into one that users can complete electronically
- Collaboration: Review, markup and revise PDFs with annotations, mark-up and stamps
Power PDF Advanced, Standard and Mac are individual, buy-once-own-forever licenses for desktop or laptop. Power PDF Enterprise is available for more than 5 users, with a single admin, server installation, and other collaborative features for teams.
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- Has featureFree Trial Available?Yes
- Does not have featureFree or Freemium Version Available?No
- Has featurePremium Consulting/Integration Services Available?Yes
- Entry-level set up fee?No
| Edition | Pricing Details | Terms |
|---|---|---|
| Power PDF Advanced | $179.00 | per perpetual license |
| Power PDF Standard | $129.00 | per perpetual license |
| Power PDF Standard for Mac | $129.00 | per perpetual license |
| Power PDF Enterprise | Get a Quote | Per seat |
Get a free quote for Power PDF Enterprise for more than 5 users with server install: https://www.kofax.com/Products/power-pdf/advanced-request-a-quote
Kofax Power PDF Customer Size Distribution
| Consumers | 45% | |
| Small Businesses (1-50 employees) | 35% | |
| Mid-Size Companies (51-500 employees) | 15% | |
| Enterprises (> 500 employees) | 5% |
Kofax Power PDF Support Options
| Free Version | Paid Version | |
|---|---|---|
| Phone | ||
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Kofax Power PDF Technical Details
| Deployment Types: | On-premise |
|---|---|
| Operating Systems: | Windows, Mac, Citrix, Microsoft App-V and Windows Server network deployment (for Power PDF Volume License only) |
| Mobile Application: | No |
| Supported Languages: | English, German, French, Dutch, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Swedish, Danish, Norwegian, Finnish, Russian, Polish, Turkish, Czech, Hungarian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean (Mac supports English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Japanese) |
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