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How to Remove the Submit Button from a FormsCentral PDF
Question details
The user needs to remove the default Submit button automatically added to a fillable PDF by FormsCentral before distributing the document to recipients.
- Product
- FormsCentral PDF
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Preparing a fillable PDF form for email distribution and wanting to remove the default submission action linked to the discontinued FormsCentral service.
- Observed behavior
- The PDF contains an unwanted Submit button that restricts standard email workflows and cannot be selected or deleted using standard PDF viewing software.
Ensure you have access to a fully-featured PDF editing software like Adobe Acrobat Pro or WPS PDF, as standard PDF readers do not have the capability to modify or delete form fields.
Remove the Submit Button Using Adobe Acrobat Pro
Use Adobe Acrobat Pro's built-in form-editing tools to select and delete the interactive button from your document.
Adobe Acrobat Reader does not have the capability to edit or remove form fields. You will need the Pro version or a dedicated PDF editor to modify the interactive elements of the PDF.
Launch Adobe Acrobat Pro and open your fillable FormsCentral PDF file.
Navigate to the Tools menu and select the 'Prepare Form' option to activate the form-editing mode.
Click directly on the 'Submit' button to select it, then press the 'Delete' or 'Backspace' key on your keyboard to remove the field.
Go to File > Save to apply your changes. The PDF is now ready to be emailed to your recipients without the Submit button.
Handling Locked or Unselectable Buttons
If the button is locked or cannot be selected in form-editing mode, create a copy of the document to bypass the restriction.
Easily Edit and Remove PDF Form Fields with WPS Office
WPS Office offers a comprehensive PDF editor that lets you easily modify interactive form fields. You can quickly delete unwanted Submit buttons, edit text, and customize your PDF forms without needing expensive standalone software.
- 1. Open your PDF in WPS Office: Launch WPS Office and open the fillable PDF form that contains the unwanted Submit button.
- 2. Enter Form Editing Mode: Navigate to the 'Form' tab on the top navigation ribbon to access all interactive field tools.
- 3. Delete the Submit Button: Click on the unwanted Submit button to select it, then press the 'Delete' key on your keyboard.
- 4. Save the Changes: Click 'Save' in the top-left corner to finalize the document, making it clean and ready for email distribution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why can't I delete the Submit button in Adobe Acrobat Reader?
Adobe Acrobat Reader is primarily a viewing application. It lacks the advanced form-editing features required to add, modify, or delete interactive elements like buttons. You need a dedicated PDF editor such as Acrobat Pro or WPS PDF to make these changes.
Will removing the Submit button break the rest of the fillable form?
No, removing the Submit button only deletes that specific action trigger. The rest of the fillable fields, such as text boxes, dropdowns, and checkboxes, will remain fully intact and functional for your recipients.
How do I remove a Submit button if the PDF is password-protected?
If the PDF document has restrictive permissions, you must first enter the permissions password to unlock editing capabilities. Once unlocked, you can access the form-editing tools and delete the button normally.
