Pages is Apple's word processor — used heavily on Mac, iPhone, iPad. Final output is usually a PDF (for sharing with non-Mac users, for printing, for signatures). Pages exports straightforwardly. Edits after export sometimes need Flint.
Exporting from Pages
Mac: File → Export To → PDF. iOS: tap ... → Export → PDF. Choose options (image quality, password protection). Save.
Result: clean PDF, fonts embedded, layout preserved. Universal for sharing.
Editing the PDF in Flint
Most cases the exported PDF is finished. Sometimes a typo sneaks through, or a date needs updating after the Pages file is closed. Edit in Flint directly — tap text, fix it, save. Avoids re-opening Pages and re-exporting.
For signatures on Pages-exported PDFs (contracts, agreements), sign in Flint. Faster than navigating back through Pages' workflow.
Compression and sharing
Pages PDFs are usually well-sized for typical documents but image-heavy ones can be big. Compress in Flint before sharing. Drop 50–80% file size without visible quality loss.
FAQ
Can Pages open PDFs to edit them?
Pages imports PDFs by attempting conversion — similar to Word's approach. Layout shifts, fonts substitute. Useful for grabbing content into a new Pages doc; not for preserving the original PDF.
Will exported PDFs work on Windows?
Yes. Pages' PDF export uses standard PDF format — opens in any reader on any OS. The point of exporting from Pages to PDF is exactly this cross-platform compatibility.
Can I password-protect from Pages?
Yes — the export dialog includes a password option. Or add password in Flint afterward.
Pages writes, Flint polishes. Same flow for any Apple device.