Which Adobe Product Lets You Fill Out PDF Forms on a Tablet?
Question details
The user needs to identify which specific Adobe application or mobile app allows them to fill out and electronically sign PDF forms.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat Reader / Adobe Fill & Sign
- Device & OS
- Android (Samsung tablet) / iOS
- Scenario
- Filling out and electronically signing PDF forms on a mobile device.
- Observed behavior
- Seeking the correct software solution for interacting with and filling out PDF forms on a tablet.
Ensure your tablet is connected to the internet to download the necessary apps from the Google Play Store, and verify that the PDF document you want to fill is not password-protected against editing.
Use the Free Adobe Acrobat Reader or Adobe Fill & Sign App
You can use Adobe's free mobile apps to easily fill out interactive forms and sign PDF documents on your Samsung tablet.
Adobe offers two primary free applications for mobile devices that handle PDF forms: Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Fill & Sign.
While a paid Acrobat subscription includes these features along with advanced editing tools, it is not required for basic form filling and document signing.
Open the Google Play Store on your Samsung tablet and download either 'Adobe Acrobat Reader' or 'Adobe Fill & Sign'.
Launch the installed app, sign in if prompted, and open the PDF document you wish to fill out from your local storage or cloud drive.
Tap on the interactive text fields within the document to open your keyboard and type in your information.
Select the signature tool (represented by a pen icon) from the toolbar, draw your signature on the screen, and place it exactly where needed on the form.
Fill and Sign PDF Forms Easily with WPS Office
WPS Office features a robust built-in PDF editor that enables you to fill interactive forms, add text to flat PDFs, and securely sign documents directly from your tablet, smartphone, or desktop computer.
- 1. Install WPS Office: Download and install the free WPS Office app from the Google Play Store onto your tablet.
- 2. Open Your PDF: Launch the WPS Office app, navigate to 'Files', and open the PDF form you need to complete.
- 3. Use the Fill Tool: Tap directly on interactive form fields to begin typing, or select the 'PDF Edit' tools to manually insert text boxes on non-interactive documents.
- 4. Insert a Signature: Navigate to the 'Tools' menu, tap on the 'Signature' option, draw your signature with your finger or stylus, and apply it to the designated signature line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a paid Adobe Acrobat subscription to fill out forms?
No, a paid subscription is not necessary for basic form filling and signing. You can easily complete these tasks using the free versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader or the standalone Adobe Fill & Sign app.
Can I fill out a PDF form without downloading an app?
Yes, Adobe's Fill & Sign capabilities are available for free through the Adobe Document Cloud interface, which you can access via a web browser on your device.
Why can't I type directly into my PDF form on my tablet?
If your PDF does not have interactive form fields (such as a scanned document or a 'flat' PDF), you will not be able to type directly into it. In these cases, you must use a 'Fill & Sign' tool to manually place text boxes over the blank areas before typing.
Can I save the filled-out form to send via email later?
Yes. Once you have filled out and signed your PDF using Adobe Acrobat Reader, Adobe Fill & Sign, or WPS Office, you can save the completed document to your device or a cloud service and share it directly as an email attachment.
