In the digital age, the traditional paper signature is no longer needed to sign contracts, agreements and other documents, and electronic signature has become a more convenient and efficient signature method. This paper will introduce the operation steps and advantages of electronic signature.

What is an electronic signature?

Electronic signature refers to the process of digitally signing an electronic document, which is used to verify the identity of the signer and the authenticity of the signed document. Electronic signature can replace the traditional handwritten signature, which is more efficient, convenient and safe.

Operating steps of electronic signature

The operation steps of electronic signature are divided into the following steps:

1. Select electronic signature software.

When choosing electronic signature software, we need to consider the security, usability and function of the software. At present, there are many electronic signature softwares on the market, such as AdobeAcrobat and DocuSign (an electronic signature service).

Create a signature

In electronic signature software, you can create your own electronic signature. You can choose to sign by hand, upload a picture or use an electronic pen.

3. Select the signature location

Select the location to be signed in the electronic file by dragging or manually entering coordinates.

4. Sign the document

After selecting the signature location, you can sign the document. When signing a document, you need to enter a password or verify yourself to ensure the authenticity of the signature.

save a file

After signing, you can save the signed file to local or cloud storage.

Advantages of electronic signature

Compared with traditional handwritten signatures, electronic signatures have the following advantages:

1. Efficient and convenient

Electronic signature can be signed at any time and any place, and it is not necessary to sign face to face with the other party. At the same time, electronic signature can be completed in a short time, saving time and cost.

2. Safe and reliable

Electronic signature can be signed by password, identity verification and other means to ensure the authenticity and security of the signature. At the same time, the electronic signature can be archived and backed up after signing, ensuring the security of the document.

3. Environmental protection and energy saving

Electronic signature does not need to use traditional signature methods such as paper and seal, which reduces the impact on the environment. At the same time, electronic signature can save energy costs and improve resource utilization efficiency.