1. What’s new in version 4?

Ashampoo elevates the workflow to Office level: a ribbon interface, tab navigation and resizable thumbnails deliver a browser-like feel. A new spell-checker with up-to-date dictionaries plus automatic hyphenation ensures error-free layouts, while the change log highlights edits in colour.

2. Core tools at a glance ✅

ModuleBenefit
PDF editing like WordEdit paragraphs, reorder pages, edit images externally
OCR text recognitionTurn scans into editable text (26 languages)
Forms & digital signaturesInteractive forms, PDF signatures, PDF/A export
Find & Replace colours/fontsCorporate-design tweaks in seconds
Bates numberingLegally unique labelling of entire case files
Snapshot toolSave areas as PNG/JPG or clipboard image

3. Work smarter – here’s how

4. Security & compliance

128-bit AES encrypts files against unauthorised opening, editing or printing. The redact function removes confidential passages irreversibly. Digital signatures guarantee authenticity – perfect for contracts or e-invoices.

5. Business features for pros

Bates numbers, drag-and-drop page merging and PDF portfolios streamline document management in law firms, public offices or project teams. Batch routines convert whole folders to Word, HTML or plain text – faster is impossible.

6. System requirements & licensing

Runs on Windows 7, 8, 10 and 11; internet needed only for activation. One perpetual licence covers lifetime use including support; a 30-day trial is free.

Conclusion

Whether you want to edit PDF like Word, need quick OCR text recognition or robust document security, Ashampoo PDF Pro 4 packs everything into a lean suite. Version 4 adds a snapshot tool, colour/font find-and-replace and a modern ribbon UI, making it an affordable alternative to Acrobat for home offices, law practices and businesses alike.

Ashampoo PDF Pro 4 -> https://swisssoftware24.ch/en/products/ashampoo-pdf-pro-4/

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