In this digital world we live in, managing and manipulating PDF’s is key for businesses and individuals alike. Kofax Power PDF is a leading solution for this, with tools to create, edit and convert PDF’s. But when choosing the right one for you, knowing the difference between Kofax Power PDF Standard and Kofax Power PDF Advanced is vital. Read on to find out.

Kofax Power PDF Standard: Everyday Features

Kofax Power PDF Standard is for users who need everyday PDF functionality. It has all the features you need for basic and intermediate PDF tasks:

1. Create and Convert PDF’s: Create PDF’s from any printable file type and convert PDF’s to Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other formats without losing formatting.

2. Edit PDF’s: Modify text, images and other elements within your PDF files. This includes changing fonts, resizing images and editing links.

3. Annotation and Markup Tools: Add comments, highlights and annotations to your PDF’s, so you can collaborate with others and provide feedback.

4. Form Creation and Filling: Create fillable PDF forms and collect data seamlessly. Fill in existing PDF forms easily.

5. Security Features: Protect your PDF’s with password encryption and set permissions to control who can view, edit or print your documents.

6. Combine and Organise PDF’s: Merge multiple files into one PDF and reorder, delete or rotate pages as needed.

Kofax Power PDF Standard is for individuals, small businesses and those who need a reliable tool for everyday PDF tasks without the need for advanced functionality.

Kofax Power PDF Advanced: Power User Features

For users who need more advanced PDF functionality, Kofax Power PDF Advanced has all the features of the Standard version plus a range of features for power users and larger organisations:

1. Advanced Editing and Redaction: Have more control over document editing with advanced redaction tools so sensitive information is removed permanently.

2. Bates Numbering: Apply Bates numbering to legal and business documents for easy identification and retrieval.

3. Connect and Automate: Integrate with document management systems and automate repetitive tasks with advanced workflow capabilities.

4. Collaboration Tools: Use enhanced collaboration tools, including real-time document editing and review, to work with your team more effectively.

5. Advanced Security and Compliance: Implement advanced security features, such as digital signatures and comply with industry standards like HIPAA and GDPR.

6. Integration with Enterprise Applications: Integrate with popular enterprise applications, including Microsoft Office, SharePoint and cloud storage services like OneDrive and Google Drive.

7. Customisation and Deployment: Have advanced customisation options and easier deployment across large organisations with volume licensing and network deployment capabilities.

Kofax Power PDF Advanced is for large businesses, legal professionals and users who need advanced document control, extra security features and integration with enterprise systems.

Choose Wisely

When deciding between Kofax Power PDF Standard and Advanced, think about your needs and the complexity of your PDF tasks. If your needs are basic to intermediate PDF tasks, Kofax Power PDF Standard has all the tools you need. But if you need advanced editing, extra security and better integration with enterprise systems, choose Advanced.

So there you have it, both Kofax Power PDF versions have great features to simplify your PDF workflow and increase productivity. Choose the right one for you and get the most out of your PDF management.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the main differences between Kofax Power PDF Standard and Advanced?

The main differences are the extra features in the Advanced version. Both versions have basic PDF creation, editing and conversion tools, but Kofax Power PDF Advanced has extra features like advanced redaction, Bates numbering, extra security features and integration with enterprise apps.

2. Can both versions of Kofax Power PDF create and convert PDFs?

Yes, both Kofax Power PDF Standard and Advanced can create PDFs from any printable file and convert PDFs to Word, Excel and PowerPoint while keeping the original formatting.

3. Are there advanced editing tools in Kofax Power PDF Standard?

Kofax Power PDF Standard has basic editing tools like text and image modification. For more advanced editing like precise redaction and control over document elements, Kofax Power PDF Advanced is recommended.

4. Does Kofax Power PDF Standard support form creation and filling?

Yes, Kofax Power PDF Standard allows you to create fillable PDF forms and fill out existing forms. It has basic form design and data collection tools.

5. What extra security features are in Kofax Power PDF Advanced?

Kofax Power PDF Advanced has digital signatures, enhanced encryption and compliance with industry standards like HIPAA and GDPR. These features give you extra protection for sensitive data.

6. Can I work with others using Kofax Power PDF?

Both versions have collaboration through annotation and markup tools. But Kofax Power PDF Advanced has extra collaboration tools like real-time document editing and review which is great for teams.

7. How does Kofax Power PDF Advanced integrate with enterprise apps?

Kofax Power PDF Advanced integrates with popular enterprise apps like Microsoft Office, SharePoint and cloud storage services like OneDrive and Google Drive. This integration saves time and increases productivity.

8. What is Bates numbering and is it in both versions?

Bates numbering is a way of indexing legal and business documents for easy find and retrieval. This feature is only in Kofax Power PDF Advanced so it’s great for legal professionals and large organisations.

9. Are there customisation and deployment options for large organisations?

Yes, Kofax Power PDF Advanced has advanced customisation options and easier deployment across large organisations including volume licensing and network deployment. It’s great for enterprise environments.

10. Which one should I choose if I need basic PDF features?

If you need basic to intermediate PDF features like creating, editing, converting and securing PDFs, Kofax Power PDF Standard is the one. For advanced features and extra capabilities, Kofax Power PDF Advanced is the one.

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