How to Test Send for Signature During Adobe Acrobat Trial
Question details
The user wants to know if electronic signature tools, specifically the Send for Signature feature, are included and testable during an Acrobat Pro DC trial.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat Pro DC
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Evaluating PDF software capabilities and e-signature routing during a free trial period.
- Observed behavior
- The user cannot use the Send for Signature tool without being prompted to upgrade, preventing them from testing the feature in the current trial.
Verify that you are signed into the correct Adobe account used to activate the trial, and ensure your internet connection is stable so the software can check your subscription status.
Start a Separate Adobe Acrobat Sign Trial
Because advanced e-signature routing features are often decoupled from the standard Acrobat Pro trial, you must initiate a dedicated Adobe Acrobat Sign trial to evaluate these tools.
Adobe categorizes its premium electronic signature request features under Adobe Acrobat Sign. The standard Acrobat Pro trial typically allows you to sign documents yourself but restricts the ability to send documents to others for signature collection.
Navigate to the official Adobe Acrobat Sign product page using your web browser.
Click on the 'Free Trial' or 'Start free trial' button specifically designated for the Adobe Acrobat Sign service.
Log in with your existing Adobe ID or create a new account to register for the 30-day Acrobat Sign trial.
Once your trial is activated, access the web interface to upload a document, add recipient email addresses, and test the 'Send for Signature' workflow.
Check Your Current Acrobat Pro Trial Status
Ensure that your Acrobat Pro trial is still active and verify exactly which cloud features are unlocked for your account.
Sign and Edit PDFs Effortlessly with WPS Office
If you need a straightforward way to add electronic signatures to your PDFs without navigating confusing trial restrictions, WPS Office provides a robust, built-in PDF toolkit. It is a comprehensive office suite that makes viewing, editing, and signing PDFs incredibly simple.
- 1. Download WPS Office: Download and install WPS Office for free from the official website.
- 2. Open your PDF: Launch WPS Office and open the PDF document you need to sign.
- 3. Access signature tools: Navigate to the 'Fill & Sign' or 'Insert' tab on the top ribbon and click on the 'Sign' button.
- 4. Create your signature: Type your name, draw your signature with your mouse/touchpad, or upload an image of your signature.
- 5. Place and save: Click on the document to place your newly created electronic signature, adjust its size, and save the file.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Acrobat ask me to upgrade during a free trial?
Certain premium cloud-based services, such as advanced e-signature routing and requesting signatures from others (Adobe Sign), are excluded from the standard Acrobat Pro desktop trial. Accessing them requires a separate subscription or a dedicated Acrobat Sign trial.
Are basic electronic signatures included in the Acrobat Pro trial?
Yes. You can use the 'Fill & Sign' tool to add your own personal signature to a document during the Acrobat Pro trial. The restriction only applies when you try to route a document to request signatures from third parties.
How long does the Adobe Acrobat Sign free trial last?
The dedicated Adobe Acrobat Sign free trial typically lasts for 30 days, providing sufficient time to evaluate its electronic signature routing and tracking capabilities.
Can I use WPS Office to sign PDFs instead?
Absolutely. WPS Office includes a powerful built-in PDF editor that allows you to easily create, save, and insert electronic signatures into your documents without dealing with restrictive trial limitations.
