Fill out PDF forms effectively on mobile via Acrobat

The filling out of PDFs with form fields is often necessary, be it for questionnaires, surveys, or other documents that require information from users. The advantage of the Acrobat app on the iPad Pro is that you can edit your PDF documents on the go without needing to use a computer. In this guide, I'll show you step by step how to fill out and send PDFs with form fields.

Key Takeaways

• You can edit PDFs with predefined form fields directly in the Acrobat app.
• Filling out forms is also possible without deep technical knowledge.
• Sending completed forms is easy through the app's integrated sharing function.

Step-by-Step Guide

First, you need the Acrobat app on your iPad Pro. Make sure you have the app installed and access to the PDF file you want to fill out.

Step 1: Open the PDF Document

Open the Acrobat app and search for the PDF document with the form fields you want to fill out. You can load it from your cloud service like Dropbox.

Step 2: View PDF in Reading Mode

Once you've opened the document, it may be in reading mode. Disable this mode to access the interactive fields.

Step 3: Identify Form Fields

In your PDF document, you'll now see the predefined form fields. These are recognizable by blue boxes. You can click directly on the fields to start filling them out.

Step 4: Select Checkboxes

If the document offers options in the form of checkboxes, you can simply click on them to make your selection. The points you desire will be automatically marked.

Step 5: Enter Text

For fields where you need to enter text, simply click into the corresponding field and start typing. The app will assist you in saving your entries.

Step 6: Scroll through the Document

Go through the entire document. You can navigate to further questions or fields using the scrolling function. This allows you to conveniently capture all the necessary information.

Step 7: Prepare for Sending

Once you've entered all the information, you'll want to send the document back. At the bottom of the app, you'll find a small share icon. Select this to start sharing your completed questionnaire.

Step 8: Share File

Choose the option "Share File." You'll then be offered the choice between the original document or a simplified copy. In this case, it's advisable to choose the simplified copy as it makes handling easier.

Step 9: Enter Email Address

You'll now be prompted to select the app through which you want to send the document. Choose the email app and enter the recipient's email address. You can also add a brief message if you'd like.

Step 10: Send Email

Send the email. You should receive a confirmation that the email has been sent.

Step 11: Check Email

Now check your email inbox to ensure that the questionnaire was sent successfully. Open the email to see if all checkboxes and text inputs were saved correctly.

Summary

The Acrobat app on your iPad Pro allows you to easily and quickly fill out PDFs with form fields. With a user-friendly interface and integrated sharing functions, you can edit and securely send your documents on the go. The entire process is intuitive and does not require any special technical skills.