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How to Add Required Fields in PDF in Linux with DocHub

DocHub is a powerful platform designed to streamline document editing, signing, distribution, and forms completion. By leveraging its features, users can effortlessly manage their PDF documents online for free, making it an ideal choice for Linux users. With deep integration with Google Workspace, our editor allows for seamless document handling, ensuring that your workflow remains efficient and effective, whether you're utilizing iOS 17, iOS 18, or iOS 19.

Follow the steps to add required fields in your PDF document:

Open the DocHub website and log in to your account.
Upload the PDF document you wish to edit by selecting the option to import from your device or Google Drive.
Once your document is loaded, locate the editing tools available in the online editor.
Select the option to add fields, and choose the type of required fields you want to place in your document, such as text boxes or checkboxes.
Drag and drop the fields to the desired locations in your PDF, ensuring they are clearly marked as required.
Review your document to ensure all required fields are correctly placed and formatted.
Once satisfied, download the edited document, or share it directly with others via email or a link.

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How to make a PDF fillable in Linux?

How to Create Fillable PDF Forms on Linux with ONLYOFFICE Step 1: Get ONLYOFFICE Desktop Editors. Step 2: Create a Form Template in ONLYOFFICE. Step 3: Add the Form Fields and Adjust Properties. Step 4: Preview the Form. Step 4: Save the Form as a PDF.

Can you make a field required on a fillable PDF?

Open the PDF form. Right-click on the form field click on Properties click General. Select Required.

How do I convert a PDF to a fillable form in docHub?

Create fillable forms Select Prepare Form from the Tools center or right-hand pane. Select an existing document to use as your form (for example, a Word, Excel, InDesign, or PDF file) and select Start. Select Preview to see your form. Select Edit to continue work, or select File Save As to save the PDF form.

How do I add a fillable text box to a PDF?

Go to the upper-left corner, click on the View tab, select Toolbars from the dropdown, and hit Form Controls. This will enable the Form Controls panel. Step 4. Click the Text Box option in the Form Control panel, and click and hold your mouse on your PDF to insert a fillable text box with the defined size.

How do I create a fillable field in PDF?

Create a fillable PDF from an existing PDF document. Click the Tools tab and select Prepare Form. Select a file, like a Word document, Excel sheet, or scan of a paper document. Add new form fields and field names, if needed. Use the top toolbar and adjust the layout with the tools in the right pane.

How to enforce required fields in a PDF form before saving?

Making a field required in docHub Open the necessary PDF form, choose Forms Signatures Prepare Form. Select the field that needs to be required, right click on it and choose Set as a Required Field: Save changes.

How to modify a PDF in Linux?

Online PDF editors for Linux users. Open the online PDF editor. Choose a file to upload or drag and drop. Sign in to add your comments. Click on the toolbar to add sticky notes, text, or drawings. Download and save your file or get a link to share it.

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How to Add Required Fields in PDF in Linux with DocHub

Follow the steps to add required fields in your PDF document:

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