How to Create a Batch Print Action in Adobe Acrobat Pro DC
Question details
The user needs to know how to create a custom action to batch print multiple PDFs, as the legacy Print All command is no longer available by default.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat Pro DC
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Printing multiple PDF files sequentially using automated batch actions.
- Observed behavior
- The Acrobat 9 'Print All' command is missing in Adobe Acrobat Pro DC because batch sequences were replaced by Actions.
Verify that you are using Adobe Acrobat Pro DC, as the standard version does not include the Action Wizard tool required to create custom actions. It is also helpful to place all the PDF files you intend to print into a single, easily accessible folder.
Create a Custom Print Action using the Action Wizard
Utilize the Action Wizard tool in Adobe Acrobat Pro DC to build a reusable 'Print All' action for processing multiple files.
Since Adobe Acrobat Pro DC replaced the older batch sequences with Actions, you must manually construct a print action. Once created, this action can be saved and reused anytime you need to batch print documents.
Launch Adobe Acrobat Pro DC, click on the 'Tools' pane at the top left, and search for 'Action Wizard'.
Click on 'Action Wizard' to open its toolbar, then select 'New Action' from the available options.
In the 'Create New Action' dialog box, look at the left pane under 'Choose tools to add'. Expand the 'More Tools' section, select 'Print', and click the plus (+) icon to move it to the right pane.
Click the 'Save' button. When prompted, name your new action 'Print All' or 'Batch Print', provide an optional description, and save it.
Select your newly created 'Print All' action from the Actions list, click 'Add Files' to select the PDFs you want to print, and press 'Start' to begin the batch printing process.
Batch Print PDF Files Effortlessly with WPS Office
Skip the complex setup of custom actions. WPS Office PDF offers a straightforward, built-in batch print feature, allowing you to print multiple documents simultaneously with just a few clicks.
- 1. Open WPS Office: Launch WPS Office and open one of the PDF files you want to print.
- 2. Access the Batch Print Tool: Click on the 'Menu' button at the top left corner, hover over 'Print', and select 'Batch Print' from the dropdown menu.
- 3. Add PDF Files: In the Batch Print dialog box, click 'Add Files' or 'Add Folder' to select all the PDF documents you wish to print.
- 4. Configure Printer Settings: Select your preferred printer, set the page sizing, and adjust any necessary orientation or copy settings.
- 5. Start Printing: Click the 'Print' button to send all selected PDF files to the printer in the exact order you arranged them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Print All command missing in Adobe Acrobat Pro DC?
Adobe Acrobat Pro DC replaced legacy batch sequences with the modern Action Wizard. As a result, older default commands like 'Print All' were removed and must now be manually created as custom actions by the user.
Can I batch print PDFs without opening them in an application?
Yes, you can select up to 15 PDF files directly in your Windows File Explorer, right-click, and select 'Print'. However, this method uses your default system printer settings and may not print them in a specific customized order.
Does Adobe Acrobat Standard DC support the Action Wizard?
No, the Action Wizard tool is exclusively available in Adobe Acrobat Pro DC. Users of the Standard version cannot create or run custom batch actions.
How do I edit an existing Action in Adobe Acrobat?
Open the Action Wizard from the Tools pane, click on 'Manage Actions', select the action you want to modify, and click 'Edit' to add, remove, or reorder the tools.
