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Introduction
Using Acrobat JavaScript in Forms
In this chapter you will learn how to extend the functionality of Acrobat forms through the
application of Acrobat JavaScript. You will learn how to generate, modify, and enhance all
types of PDF forms and the elements they contain, and ensure the proper collection and
export of information in various formats relevant to your workflow needs. In addition, you
will understand how to leverage the XML Forms Architecture (XFA) so that your
presentation format will be not only responsive to user input, but will also ensure that the
information can be exchanged with Web Services and enterprise infrastructures.
Chapter Goals
At the end of this chapter, you will be able to:
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Use Acrobat JavaScript to create and enhance all types of PDF forms.
Create and modify form fields and their properties.
Use Acrobat JavaScript to make your forms secure, accessible, and web-ready.
Create XML forms and migrate legacy forms to XFA format.
Automate the collection and export of form data.
Make forms accessible, secure, and web-ready.
Contents
Topics
Forms Essentials
Filling in PDF Forms
Making Forms Accessible
Using JavaScript to Secure Forms
Acrobat JavaScript Scripting Guide
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