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How-To2026-03-222 min read

How to Add a Background Color to PDF Pages

Add Background to PDF


  • Go to Add Background
  • Upload your PDF
  • Pick a color using the color picker or hex input
  • Preview on your actual PDF
  • Click Process & Download

  • Use Cases


  • Branding — add your brand color as background
  • Visual distinction — different colors for different document types
  • Printing — add a light background for better readability
  • Aesthetics — make plain documents more appealing

  • Preset Colors


  • Beige (#f5f5dc) — warm, easy on eyes
  • Light Blue (#e3f2fd) — professional, calming
  • Light Yellow (#fffde7) — notepad-like
  • Light Gray (#f5f5f5) — subtle, neutral

  • Related Tools


  • Add Watermark — text overlay
  • Color Adjust — change brightness/contrast
  • Grayscale PDF — convert to black & white