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How to Fill Out, Sign, and Send a PDF in the Adobe Acrobat iPad App
Question details
The user needs to know how to fill in form fields, add an electronic signature, and send a PDF document to others using the Adobe Acrobat application on an iPad.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat for iPad
- Device & OS
- iPadOS
- Scenario
- Completing and sending a PDF document that requires text input and a personal signature directly on an iPad.
- Observed behavior
- The user is looking for the exact steps to utilize the Fill & Sign tools and successfully request signatures or share the finalized document.
Ensure you have the latest version of the Adobe Acrobat Reader app installed on your iPad and that you are signed in to your Adobe account to fully utilize the document sharing and signature features.
Use the Fill & Sign Feature in Adobe Acrobat for iPad
You can complete your document and add your signature directly using the built-in Fill & Sign tools in the Acrobat app.
Adobe Acrobat for iPad provides a dedicated Fill & Sign tool that allows you to easily type text into flat forms and draw your electronic signature. Once completed, the app offers built-in sharing options to send the document via email or request signatures from others.
Launch Adobe Acrobat on your iPad, navigate to the 'Files' tab, and tap to open the PDF you need to fill out and sign.
Tap the blue 'Edit' (pencil) icon located in the bottom right corner of the screen, and select 'Fill & Sign' from the menu.
Tap anywhere on the document to add a text box and type in your information. You can use the formatting toolbar to adjust the text size if necessary.
Tap the 'Signature' (fountain pen) icon at the bottom of the screen. Select 'Create Signature' to draw your signature with your finger or Apple Pencil, then tap 'Done' and place it on the document.
Once your document is signed and ready, tap the 'Share' icon at the top right. Choose 'Send a Copy' to email the file or select 'Request Signatures' if you need others to sign it.
Easily Fill and Sign PDFs on iPad with WPS Office
WPS Office offers a robust, built-in PDF editor for iPad that lets you effortlessly fill out forms, draw or insert your electronic signature, and share documents in seconds without needing an expensive subscription.
- 1. Open your PDF in WPS: Launch the WPS Office app on your iPad and tap on your PDF file to open it.
- 2. Select the Fill & Sign tool: Tap on 'PDF Edit' or navigate directly to the 'Fill & Sign' tool in the bottom menu toolbar.
- 3. Complete and sign: Tap on the form blanks to type your text, or tap the 'Signature' option to easily draw and insert your personal signature.
- 4. Share the document: Tap the 'Share' icon at the top of the screen to send the completed PDF to colleagues via email or your preferred messaging app.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I save my signature in the iPad app for future use?
Yes, when you create a signature using the Fill & Sign tool, the app can save it to your profile. The next time you need to sign a document, you can simply tap the signature icon and insert your saved signature without having to redraw it.
Why is the Fill & Sign option grayed out on my PDF?
The Fill & Sign feature may be disabled if the PDF document has security restrictions applied by the creator. You will need to request an unlocked version of the file or enter the required permissions password to edit and sign it.
Is it completely free to fill and sign a PDF on an iPad?
Basic filling and signing are generally free in both Adobe Acrobat Reader and WPS Office. However, sending documents for signature tracking with secure audit trails usually requires a premium subscription.
