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How to Remove Blue Boxes in PDF Form Fields on Samsung

Aamir Naveed Akram Oct 18, 2026 869 views

Question details

A user wants to remove the blue highlight boxes that appear over fillable form fields when using a PDF application on a Samsung device.

How to Remove Blue Boxes in PDF Form Fields on Samsung

Product: Adobe Acrobat Mobile
Device & OS: Samsung / Android
Scenario: Filling out interactive PDF forms on a mobile device.
Observed behavior: Blue boxes highlight editable fields on the screen, and the user cannot find a setting to disable them like the one available on the PC version.

Before you start

Ensure that your PDF document contains interactive form fields. Note that mobile PDF readers typically use these highlights to help you easily locate where to tap and type on a smaller screen.

Solution 1Recommended

Understand Temporary Form Field Highlights

The blue boxes are temporary visual indicators designed for the editing view and do not require manual removal before sharing or printing.

On mobile devices, PDF readers automatically highlight fillable areas with a blue box so they are easy to spot. Unlike the desktop version, the mobile app generally does not provide a setting to turn off this highlight color.

However, these highlights are strictly part of the application's user interface. They are not embedded into the document's content and will not be visible in the finalized file.

Tap to Fill the Field

Tap on any of the blue highlighted boxes in your PDF form. Your device's keyboard will appear, allowing you to enter your text or select an option.

Save the Document

Once you have completed filling out the form, tap the save button or select the share option within your PDF application.

Verify the Output

Open the saved document or send it to a recipient. The blue highlighting boxes will disappear, leaving only your entered text in the final saved, shared, or printed file.

Understand Temporary Form Field Highlights

No Settings Required: Because the blue boxes do not save or print with the document, you do not need to locate a setting to disable them on your Samsung device.

Seamless PDF Form Editing

Fill and Manage PDF Forms Easily with WPS Office

WPS Office provides an intuitive, user-friendly interface for filling out PDF forms on Android devices, ensuring your final documents look professional and perfectly formatted without unwanted artifacts.

1. Open PDF in WPS Office: Launch the WPS Office app on your Samsung device and open your interactive PDF form.
2. Fill the Form Fields: Tap on the highlighted fillable fields to input your information quickly and accurately.
3. Save and Export: Tap 'Save' or use the share icon to export the completed form. Your recipient will receive a clean document with no blue boxes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do the blue PDF form highlights show up when printing?

No, the blue highlight boxes are strictly user interface elements designed to help you locate editable fields. They will not print on paper.

Can I disable form field highlights in the Android PDF app?

Currently, most mobile PDF applications do not offer the desktop equivalent setting to turn off form field highlight colors, as they are essential for mobile navigation and do not affect the final shared file.

Why do some PDF forms not have blue highlights?

If a PDF was created without interactive form fields, such as a scanned page or a flat document, there are no fields for the app to highlight. In these cases, you will need to use a 'Fill & Sign' or text box tool to add your information manually.

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