Fix Missing Checkmark Function in Adobe Acrobat DC Comments
Question details
Users are unable to find the quick checkmark option in the Comments pane after updating Adobe Acrobat DC.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat DC
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Reviewing, managing, and resolving comments in a PDF document.
- Observed behavior
- The quick checkmark icon is no longer visible in the Comments pane, forcing users to right-click each comment to add a checkmark manually.
Ensure that your Adobe Acrobat DC is updated to the absolute latest version, as interface bugs and missing toolbar items are frequently patched in minor minor releases.
Use the Context Menu to Add Checkmarks
Since the quick icon was removed from the default view in newer versions, using the right-click context menu is the most reliable supported workaround.
Adobe frequently updates its user interface to streamline the workspace. In the Acrobat DC 2019 update, the quick checkmark icon was hidden by default from the Comments pane to save space. While inconvenient, the functionality remains accessible through the context menu.
Launch your PDF document in Adobe Acrobat DC and click on the 'Comments' tool in the right-hand pane to expand your comment list.
Scroll through the Comments pane and hover your mouse cursor over the specific comment you want to mark as resolved or checked.
Right-click directly on the comment box to open the contextual drop-down menu.
Click on 'Add Checkmark' from the list of options. A checkmark will appear next to the comment indicating it has been addressed.
Customize the Quick Tools Toolbar
You can try restoring the checkmark or related commenting tools by customizing your Quick Tools toolbar at the top of the interface.
Try WPS Office for Seamless PDF Commenting and Editing
If Adobe Acrobat's interface changes are disrupting your workflow, WPS Office offers a highly intuitive, free, and lightweight alternative for reading, commenting, and editing PDF files.
- 1. Download WPS Office: Download and install the free version of WPS Office from the official website.
- 2. Open your PDF: Launch WPS PDF and open your document to access the reading and editing interface.
- 3. Manage Comments: Navigate to the Comment tab where you can easily add, manage, and check off annotations without dealing with hidden menus.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the checkmark disappear from Adobe Acrobat DC?
Adobe updated its user interface in the Acrobat DC 2019 release to modernize the workspace. As part of this redesign, the quick checkmark icon was moved from the default Comments pane view to save screen space, requiring users to rely on the right-click menu.
Can I revert to the old Acrobat interface to get the checkmark back?
You cannot permanently revert to the older 2018 interface within the newer updated versions of Acrobat DC. You will need to adapt to using the 'Add Checkmark' option via the right-click context menu.
Is there a shortcut key for adding a checkmark in Acrobat comments?
Acrobat does not have a default single-key shortcut assigned specifically for the comment checkmark. You must select the comment and right-click it, or configure custom accessibility shortcuts if supported by your operating system.
