How to Find the Interactive Object and Button Tool in Acrobat DC
Question details
The user is trying to locate the Interactive Object or Button Tool, which seems to have been moved or renamed in the current interface.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat DC
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Adding, selecting, or editing interactive elements such as buttons and embedded objects within a PDF document.
- Observed behavior
- The tools are difficult to locate within the standard menus and panels, requiring users to manually search for the Button or Object Select tool in the updated interface.
Ensure you have a PDF document actively open in Adobe Acrobat DC, as most advanced editing tools and toolbars remain greyed out or hidden until a file is loaded.
Locate the Tools via Tool Search and the Rich Media Toolbar
Use the built-in Tool Search box to quickly locate the Button and Object Select tools inside the Rich Media toolbar.
In newer versions of Adobe Acrobat DC, specialized interactive features have been grouped into specific toolsets. The Field button tool and the Object Select tool are now housed under the Rich Media tools.
Click on the 'Tools' tab located at the top left corner of the Acrobat DC interface to view all available toolsets.
Locate the 'Tool Search' box at the top of the right-side pane and type 'Button' or 'Object' to filter the available options.
From the search results, click on the 'Rich Media' option. This will open a secondary toolbar at the top of your document containing the Button tool and the Object Select tool.
If you frequently use interactive objects, right-click the Rich Media tool icon or the specific button tool and select 'Add Shortcut' to pin it permanently to your right-hand pane for easy access.
Add Buttons and Interactive Objects in WPS PDF
If you prefer a more straightforward interface for building interactive documents, WPS Office provides an intuitive PDF editor where you can easily insert buttons, text fields, and form objects without navigating complex menus.
- 1. Open your PDF in WPS Office: Launch WPS Office and open your target PDF document using the WPS PDF editor.
- 2. Navigate to the Form tab: Click on the 'Form' tab located in the top ribbon menu to access all interactive elements.
- 3. Select the Interactive Tool: Click on 'Push Button' or any other interactive form field directly from the prominently displayed toolbar.
- 4. Draw the Object: Click and drag your cursor on the document page to place and size your new interactive button or object.
- 5. Edit Object Properties: Double-click the newly created button to open the properties panel, where you can customize its appearance, label, and interactive actions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why can't I see the Rich Media toolset in Acrobat DC?
If the Rich Media toolset is hidden, go to the 'Tools' tab, scroll down to the 'Create & Edit' section, and click the 'Add' button beneath the 'Rich Media' icon to add it to your active tools panel.
What is the Object Select tool used for in Acrobat?
The Object Select tool allows you to click, highlight, move, and edit interactive elements—such as multimedia objects, hyperlinks, buttons, and 3D models—that are embedded within your PDF document.
Can I permanently display the Button tool on my toolbar?
Yes. Once you locate the Button tool within the Rich Media toolset, you can right-click its icon and select 'Add to Quick Tools'. This pins the tool to the permanent toolbar at the top of your screen for immediate access.
