Drag-and-Drop PDF Stamp Positioning

Position your exhibit stamps exactly where you need them—no presets, no limitations. Click and drag to avoid letterhead, align with margins, or work around existing content.

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The Preset Position Problem

Traditional exhibit stamping tools force you to choose from limited preset positions: top-left, top-right, bottom-left, bottom-right. But what if:

×Your letterhead extends 2 inches down and covers the "top-center" preset?
×The document has existing stamps from opposing counsel that would overlap?
×You need the stamp positioned at a specific margin distance for court rules?
×The document is landscape-oriented and needs rotated placement?

Presets don't fit real-world document layouts. You need precise control.

ExhibitPrep's Interactive Positioning Solution

ExhibitPrep is the only browser-based exhibit stamping tool with true drag-and-drop positioning. See your actual PDF content, then click and drag the stamp overlay to position it pixel-perfect—no guessing, no limitations.

Canvas-Based PDF Rendering

Your actual PDF content renders in the preview panel with a live stamp overlay. Drag the stamp to see exactly where it will appear on the final document.

360-Degree Rotation

Rotate stamps from 0-360 degrees to align with landscape documents, angled text, or specific court requirements. Perfect for spreadsheets and diagrams.

Position Memory System

Save your position globally (all documents use same placement) or per-document (unique placement for each file). Toggle modes based on your workflow.

9-Position Preset Grid

Need quick placement? Use the 9-position grid (top-left, top-center, etc.) as starting points, then fine-tune with drag for precision.

How to Use Drag-and-Drop Positioning

Follow these steps to position your exhibit stamps with pixel-perfect precision:

Enable Drag Mode

After uploading your PDF, look for the "Customize Position" button in the preview panel. Click it to activate drag-and-drop mode.

Visual Indicator: When drag mode is active, the stamp overlay will have a dashed border and cursor will change to a move icon when hovering.

Position Your Stamp

Click and drag the stamp overlay to position it exactly where you need it on your document. The PDF content is fully visible underneath, so you can avoid letterhead, existing text, or other elements.

Pro Tip: Position stamps 1-2 inches below letterhead for optimal visibility while avoiding overlap. For landscape documents, center stamps along the long edge.

Rotate if Needed

Use the rotation slider or input field to adjust the stamp angle from 0-360 degrees. This is essential for landscape-oriented documents like Excel spreadsheets or wide diagrams.

Common Rotations: 0° (portrait), 90° (landscape right), 270° (landscape left). Fine-tune angles for angled document elements.

Save Position (Global or Per-Document)

After positioning, choose your save mode:

•Global Position: All documents use this placement (great for consistent trial exhibits)
•Per-Document Position: Unique placement for each file (perfect for mixed document types)

How to Choose: Use global positioning for batches of similar documents (contracts, letters). Use per-document positioning for mixed formats (photos, emails, spreadsheets).

Apply to Subsequent Documents

Your saved position automatically applies to the next document. If using global positioning, all documents get the same placement. If using per-document mode, customize each individually as needed.

Efficiency Tip: For 50 trial exhibits, set global position on the first document, then all 49 others inherit the same placement automatically. Saves 10+ minutes vs. manual positioning.

Real-World Use Cases for Custom Positioning

Avoiding Law Firm Letterhead

Challenge: Your law firm's letterhead extends 2.5 inches from the top of every page. Standard "top-center" presets would overlap the logo and firm name.

Solution: Enable drag mode and position the exhibit stamp 3 inches from the top, clearing the letterhead completely. Save as global position for all firm documents.

Landscape Spreadsheet Exhibits

Challenge: You're submitting Excel spreadsheets as exhibits. The documents are landscape-oriented, and a portrait-oriented stamp looks awkward.

Solution: Drag the stamp to the long edge of the spreadsheet, then rotate 90 degrees to align with the landscape orientation. Clean, professional appearance.

Multi-Party Litigation (Avoiding Overlapping Stamps)

Challenge: Opposing counsel already stamped some documents as "Defendant's Exhibit 1" in the top-right corner. You need to add "Plaintiff's Exhibit A" without overlap.

Solution: Drag your stamp to the top-left corner, opposite their placement. Both stamps visible and clearly distinguished for the court.

Court-Required Margin Positioning

Challenge: Your court's local rules require exhibit stamps to be positioned exactly 1 inch from the top and right edges of the page.

Solution: Drag the stamp to the precise location (use the 9-position grid "top-right" as a starting point, then fine-tune the drag position to meet exact margin requirements).

Drag-and-Drop vs. Traditional Methods

Feature	ExhibitPrep Drag-and-Drop	Adobe Acrobat Manual	Desktop Software Presets
Positioning Method	✓ Click and drag to any position	Manual text annotation + coordinate entry	9 preset positions only
Live Preview	✓ See exact placement before stamping	Must save and reopen to verify	Preview only shows preset options
Rotation Support	✓ 0-360 degrees, any angle	Limited (usually 90-degree increments)	Rarely supported
Position Memory	✓ Global or per-document modes	None (manual each time)	None (reselect preset each time)
Works on Mobile	✓ Touch-enabled drag on tablets	Desktop only	Desktop only
Time per Document	✓ 10 seconds (drag once, save globally)	2-3 minutes (manual annotation)	30 seconds (preset selection)
Cost	✓ $4.99 per doc / $14.99 day pass	$240/year subscription	$50-$100/year subscription

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is drag-and-drop positioning better than presets?

Preset positions (top-left, top-right, etc.) force you to choose from limited options that may not fit your document layout. With drag-and-drop positioning, you can place stamps exactly where needed to avoid letterhead, existing text, signatures, or other document elements. This is especially important for documents with non-standard layouts, multiple columns, or existing stamps from opposing counsel.

Can I save different positions for different documents?

Yes! ExhibitPrep offers two position memory modes: Global Position (same placement across all documents) and Per-Document Position (unique placement for each file). Toggle between modes based on your needs. For trial exhibits with consistent formatting, use global positioning for speed. For mixed document types (contracts, photos, emails), use per-document positioning for precision.

Does drag-and-drop work on mobile devices?

Yes! Drag-and-drop positioning works on iPads, tablets, and touchscreen devices. Simply tap and drag the stamp to your desired position. The 9-position preset grid is also available as a quick-access option on mobile for faster placement on smaller screens.

How do I position stamps to avoid document letterhead?

Enable drag mode in the preview panel and visually position the stamp below the letterhead area. ExhibitPrep renders your actual PDF content, so you can see exactly where the stamp will appear relative to logos, headers, and text. Most users position stamps 1-2 inches below letterhead to ensure clear visibility while avoiding overlap.

Can I rotate stamps for landscape documents?

Absolutely. ExhibitPrep supports 360-degree rotation for any stamp orientation. This is essential for landscape-oriented documents like spreadsheets, diagrams, or wide-format exhibits. Rotate the stamp to align with the document orientation, then save that rotation setting globally or per-document.

What happens to my saved positions when I upload new documents?

If you've enabled Global Position mode, new documents automatically use your saved placement and rotation. If you're using Per-Document mode, new documents start with the default top-center position, and you can drag to customize each individually. Your position history is saved locally in your browser for up to 50 documents.