Create dropdown in PDF in Linux easily

How to create dropdown in PDF in Linux with DocHub

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Follow the steps to create a dropdown in your PDF

Open your web browser and navigate to the DocHub website. Log in to your account or create a new one if you haven't already.
Once logged in, upload the PDF document you wish to edit by selecting the appropriate upload option within the editor.
In the editing toolbar, look for the feature that allows you to create form fields. Choose the dropdown option to insert a dropdown field into your document.
Position the dropdown field at your desired location within the PDF. Click on it to open a menu where you can customize the dropdown options for users.
After defining your dropdown options, finalize your edits. You can preview the document to ensure everything appears as intended.
Once satisfied with your edits, proceed to download or export the document. You can also choose to print it or share it directly through various platforms.

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How to create dropdown in PDF in Linux

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How to make a fillable form with drop-down list?

Insert a combo box or a drop-down list Go to Developer Combo Box Content Control or Drop-Down List Content Control . Select the content control, and then select Properties. To create a list of choices, select Add under Drop-Down List Properties. Type a choice in Display Name, such as Yes, No, or Maybe.

How do I create a fillable PDF 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.

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.

How do I create a drop down date box in PDF?

docHub Open the necessary PDF form, choose Forms Signatures Prepare Form and click Add a Date Field. Drag it to the designated place in your form. Double-click the field to open its Properties. In Date Format in the toolbar on the right, select the date format in the dropdown menu.

How to create PDF in Linux?

Print to PDF from a Linux device with these simple steps. Press Ctrl+P to open the print dialog box. Click the General tab, and under Printer, choose Print to File. Choose your filename and save location. Select your file format. PDF is the default file type. Select any page preferences. Click Print to save the PDF.

How to create a drop-down menu in PDF?

How to add a combo box (dropdown menu) to a form? Step 1 - Choose the Combo Box feature. Step 2 - Place the field on your PDF. Step 3 - Set your Combo Box properties. Step 4 - Choose Value List Option. Step 5 - Add Values. Step 6 - Edit Public Name and Value Name. Step 7 - Confirm the new value list.

Can you create a drop down menu in PDF?

Drop-down menus are collapsible list boxes, commonly employed in interactive PDFs. This is doable with docHub Pro, but with a paid subscription. Luckily, you can also insert dropdowns to PDF online for free, and even make fillable PDF forms with Acrobat.

How do I edit a drop-down list in docHub PDF?

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