This is a critical distinction. While the original Tafseer was written in Urdu, there are several available. Some are literal translations of the Urdu commentary, while others are abridged versions.
: In the PDF, the commentary usually appears as numbered footnotes at the bottom of the page or in a sidebar, corresponding to the translation. tafseer noor ul irfan english pdf
Reputable Islamic bookstores (e.g., Darul Kutub in Lahore or Islamic Book Centre in London) sometimes sell the printed 4-volume set with a free USB or CD containing the PDF. This is a critical distinction