Microsoft Edge provides a feature to highlight text in PDF and save highlighted PDF to your PC. This post shows you how to to highlight and save PDF using Edge.

Using the PDF Tool & Inking Feature in Microsoft Edge, you can draw on PDF files, highlight text, add text, and choose color. Learn how!

In other words, Adobe Reader won't let you add text. What you need is a program that's a little more accommodating, PDF-wise. Try Foxit Reader 4.3, which allows you to add text to any PDF.

Microsoft today published its roadmap update for the PDF reader in its Chromium Edge browser. It's currently working on smoother scrolling, text notes, digital signatures, and more.