Q: I want to create multiple form fields in a table layout, is it possible in PDF Studio? A: The Create Multiple Copies tool allows you to create replicas of the same field that are even spaced based on a specified number of rows and columns. This for example can be useful when creating multi-row forms such as an invoice or order […]
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Set field calculation order
Q: I need to know how to set the field calculation order so the form works correctly. Is it possible in PDF Studio? A: Starting in PDF Studio 2019, you can set the field calculation order by following the steps below: 1. In PDF Studio, go to the “Forms” tab. 2. Click “Calculation Order” button 3. […]
Set form fields to the same size
Q: If I have 2 form fields, how can I set them to the same size? A: You can use PDF Studio alignment tool to adjust the size of form fields. In order to set your form fields to the same size, follow the steps below: Go to Forms -> Create/edit forms Select the form fields that you need to resize […]
Flatten annotations and form fields when sending a PDF document
Q: When I use the Email function to send a PDF document, can I flatten annotations and form fields on that document without making any changes on the original document? A: Starting in PDF Studio 12, you can automatically flatten annotations and form fields on the PDF you’re sending via email. This can be important when sending PDFs […]
Dynamic Field Renaming in PDF Studio
Q: How can I rename multiple form fields with a certain pattern? A: To rename form fields in a certain pattern, you can follow the steps below: Enter form editing mode by going to Forms -> Create/Edit Forms Select the form fields that you need to rename Right click and select Sequential Renaming Type Field […]
Create a Textfield in PDF Form that Can Grow When Needed (Multiline and Auto Font Size)
Q: How can I create a text field that can grow on the page when there is more content than can possibly fit on the text field? A: You can’t really create a field that grows using standard PDF forms but you can use a text field with a multi-line property and a font size set to “auto”. […]
Adobe Reader does not print comments in a PDF document
Q: When I use Adobe reader to print a PDF document which contains comments, the comments do not show on the printed pages. How can I fix this issue? A: By default, Adobe Reader is set to print the Document only without printing any annotations that were added to the PDF. To print with comments and form […]
How to make a PDF form non-editable
Q: Is there a way to make an interactive PDF form non-editable and make sure that fields data on the form can not be changed? A: You can make a PDF form non-editable by either using Document Permissions (Method 1 below) or by flattening the form fields (Method 2 below). Method 1: Use Document Security […]
