How to Install PDF Metadata Editor on Arch Linux

If you need a simple and effective tool to edit PDF metadata on Arch Linux, the pdf-metadata-editor is an excellent choice. This graphical application allows you to easily view, edit, and remove metadata fields like Title, Author, Subject, and more.

Screenshots

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Features

• Edit Core Metadata: Modify fields such as Title, Author, Subject, Keywords, Creator, and Producer.
• Manage Dates: Change the CreationDate and ModDate of your PDF files.
• Strip All Metadata: A one-click option to remove all metadata for a clean file.
• User-Friendly GUI: A simple and intuitive interface that requires no command-line knowledge.
• Cross-Platform: Also available for Windows and macOS.

Installation on Arch Linux

The easiest way to install pdf-metadata-editor on Arch Linux is by using an AUR helper like yay.

1. Install the package from AUR:

   Open your terminal and run the following command:

   yay -S pdf-metadata-editor-bin
   

   This command will handle downloading the source, building the package, and installing it on your system.

2. Run the Application:

   Once installed, you can launch the application from your desktop environment’s application menu or by running the following command in your terminal:

   pdf-metadata-editor
   

Usage

1. Open the application.
2. Click “Open PDF” to select a file.
3. Edit the desired metadata fields.
4. Click “Save” to apply the changes to a new file or overwrite the existing one.
5. Use “Remove All Metadata” to clear all metadata from the PDF.

Links

• GitHub Repository: https://github.com/zaro/pdf-metadata-editor
• AUR Package: https://aur.archlinux.org/packages/pdf-metadata-editor-bin