How to Add Fill and Sign to the Shortcut Panel in Adobe Acrobat
Question details
The user wants to add the Fill and Sign tool to the side panel for quick access.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat DC
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Customizing the workspace to quickly access frequently used signing tools.
- Observed behavior
- The user needs to restore or add the Fill and Sign tool, including certificate-based signing, to the shortcut panel, similar to previous software interface versions.
Ensure you have Adobe Acrobat DC installed and updated to the latest version so that all customization options in the Tools menu are fully accessible.
Add the Fill & Sign Tool from the Tools Menu
This is the quickest way to pin the Fill and Sign feature to your right-hand shortcut pane in Acrobat DC.
Launch Adobe Acrobat DC and click on the 'Tools' tab located at the top left of the application window.
Scroll down through the tools list or use the search bar at the top to find the 'Fill & Sign' option.
Hover over the 'Fill & Sign' icon or look for a small drop-down arrow below it. Click the 'Add' button to pin it directly to your right-hand shortcut panel.
Use WPS PDF to Fill and Sign Documents Quickly
Skip the complex tool menus. WPS Office provides a built-in, intuitive PDF editor where the Fill and Sign tools are readily available on the main ribbon. It is a free, lightweight alternative that handles all your PDF, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint needs seamlessly.
- 1. Open your PDF in WPS Office: Launch WPS Office, select 'PDF', and open the document you need to sign.
- 2. Navigate to the Fill & Sign tab: Click on the 'Fill & Sign' or 'Comment' tab directly from the top ribbon menu.
- 3. Create your signature: Click 'Sign', choose to type, draw, or insert an image of your signature, and save it.
- 4. Place the signature: Click anywhere on the document to place your signature, adjust its size, and save the PDF.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Fill & Sign tool missing from my Acrobat side panel?
Adobe Acrobat DC allows users to customize the right-hand shortcut panel. If Fill & Sign is missing, it was likely unpinned. You can easily restore it by going to the Tools menu and clicking 'Add' under the Fill & Sign icon.
Where can I find certificate-based signing in Adobe Acrobat?
In newer versions of Acrobat DC, certificate-based signing is separated from the standard Fill & Sign tool. You can find it by going to the Tools tab and searching for 'Certificates'. You can pin this to your shortcut panel as well.
How do I remove a tool shortcut from the right-hand panel in Acrobat?
To remove a tool, look at the right-hand shortcut panel, hover over the tool you want to remove (like Fill & Sign), and click the small 'X' or trash icon that appears next to it.
Does WPS Office offer a free alternative to Acrobat for signing PDFs?
Yes, WPS Office includes a powerful PDF editor that allows you to easily fill out forms, add text, and insert digital signatures for free. The tools are immediately accessible on the top ribbon without needing to customize side panels.
