True." This tutorial shows how to add copyright metadata to PDFs. Typewriter sounds. Hello, my name is Erin. This tutorial shows how to add copyright metadata to PDFs. We will also look at how to find copyright metadata after it has been added to PDFs. First, let's quickly answer the question: what is metadata in a PDF? Metadata is behind the scenes information about your PDF. It includes document properties you can create and edit, such as the title, author, keywords, and security restrictions. It also includes unchangeable information created by the software, such as the software version and creation date. Metadata is important for search functions and indexing, including search engine indexing. Today I'll be using DC. These steps also apply to 2020 and 2017. In addition, the process is the same on PC and Mac. These steps don't apply to 's free PDF display software, . Lastly, it's important to note you can only add copyright metadata to editable PDFs without security restrictions. To begin, open the PDF to which you want to add the copyright metadata and then select the File menu, followed by Properties from the drop-down menu. When the Document Properties dialog appears, select the Description tab if you're not there already. You can then add a title, author, and subject. You can also add keywords separated by commas or semicolons. Next, select the Additional Metadata button. The XMP dialog will appear. XMP stands for Extensible Metadata Platform. A full discussion of XMP is beyond the scope of this tutorial, so I have included an article link in the description below for those who would like to learn more. Now, select the Copyright Status menu and choose Copyrighted. You can also choose Public Domain, if applicable. Next, type your copyright notice into the text. The...