How to Add More Than Two Saved Signatures in Adobe Acrobat
Question details
Users want to know how to save and store more than two signatures in Adobe Acrobat.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Attempting to save three or more distinct signatures for frequent use in the Fill & Sign feature.
- Observed behavior
- Adobe Acrobat strictly limits the Fill & Sign tool to storing only one primary signature and one set of initials at a time.
Before proceeding, determine whether you need simple drawn image signatures for the Fill & Sign tool or highly secure, certificate-based digital IDs.
Use Certificate-Based Digital Signatures
Since Fill & Sign is limited to two slots, you can bypass this by creating and storing multiple certificate-based signatures through the Certificates tool.
Certificate-based signatures not only allow you to manage multiple identities but also provide advanced cryptographic security to verify your document's authenticity.
Launch Adobe Acrobat, navigate to the 'Tools' tab at the top of the window, and select 'Certificates'.
Click on 'Digitally Sign' from the top toolbar, then use your mouse to draw a rectangle where you want the signature to appear on the PDF.
In the pop-up dialog, choose 'Configure New Digital ID' and follow the on-screen prompts to create a new self-signed digital ID or import an existing one.
Repeat this configuration process for each new signature you need. When signing future documents, Acrobat will allow you to select from a dropdown list of all your saved Digital IDs.
Submit a Feature Request to Adobe
If you strictly require more slots in the standard Fill & Sign interface without using digital certificates, you must request this feature directly from Adobe.
Manage Multiple PDF Signatures Easily with WPS Office
If you are frustrated by signature limits in other PDF editors, try WPS Office. It includes a powerful, lightweight PDF toolkit that lets you easily sign, edit, and manage documents without unnecessary restrictions.
- 1. Open Your PDF: Launch WPS Office and open the PDF document you need to sign.
- 2. Access the Sign Tool: Go to the 'Insert' tab on the top ribbon and click on 'Sign', then select 'Create Signature'.
- 3. Create and Insert: Type, draw, or upload an image of your signature. Once saved, it will be stored for quick access whenever you need to sign another file.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the Fill & Sign tool only allow two saved signatures?
Adobe designed the Fill & Sign feature specifically to accommodate one primary signature and one set of initials. They have not yet implemented a feature to add more slots in that specific menu.
How can I replace an existing signature in Adobe Acrobat?
To replace a signature, open the Fill & Sign tool, click the 'Sign' icon, and click the minus (-) button next to the signature you want to remove. You can then click 'Add Signature' to create a new one.
Are certificate-based signatures different from Fill & Sign signatures?
Yes. Fill & Sign uses simple electronic signatures (like an image of your handwriting), whereas certificate-based signatures use encrypted digital IDs that track the document's authenticity and lock it against tampering.
