Create option field in PDF in Windows in no time

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01. Upload a document from your computer or cloud storage.
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02. Add text, images, drawings, shapes, and more.
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04. Send, export, fax, download, or print out your document.

How to create option field in PDF in Windows with DocHub

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DocHub is a powerful platform designed to streamline document editing, signing, and form completion, making it easier for users to manage their PDFs efficiently. With deep integration into Google Workspace, our editor allows users to import, export, modify, and sign documents directly from Google apps, ensuring a seamless workflow. Whether you’re working on iOS 17, iOS 18, or simply prefer the convenience of a Windows environment, creating an option field in your PDF is straightforward and user-friendly.

Follow the steps to create an option field in your PDF

  1. Open the DocHub website and log in with your account credentials.
  2. Upload the PDF document you want to edit by selecting the appropriate option in the editor.
  3. Navigate to the editing tools and locate the feature to create form fields.
  4. Select the option field type and draw it where you want it to appear in the document.
  5. Configure the options for the field, such as setting default values and enabling multiple selections.
  6. Save your changes by confirming the edits in the document.
  7. Once you are satisfied with the modifications, download or export the document, or share it directly from the platform.

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How to create option field in PDF in Windows

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Create form fields Open the document in Acrobat and select Edit Prepare a form Create form to convert your document to a PDF form. Choose a form field from the left pane. Once you hover over the document, your cursor becomes a crosshair and displays a preview of the field.
Make a Fillable PDF Form with Microsoft Word Step 1: Launch Microsoft Word on your computer. Step 2: Start with a blank document or open the document you want to turn into a fillable form. Step 3: To add form elements like text fields, checkboxes, and drop-down lists, go to the Developer tab.
For help you may press the F1 key while viewing a form. button in the upper right hand corner of the menu bar of the PDF form. After clicking this button the Fillable Fields within the form will be highlighted in a light blue color which will allow you to enter your information within these fields.
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.
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To set the field as read-only, required or not required, do the following: Double-click a selected form field to open the Properties window. In the General tab, To set the field as read only, select Read Only. To set the field as mandatory to fill, select Required. Click Close.
How to make a PDF editable with Acrobat. Navigate to the Edit PDFs tool. Click the Select a file button to upload your PDF. After the file uploads, sign in with your docHub account. Use the toolbar to add text, comments, sticky notes, highlights, and more. Download the edited PDF or get a shareable link.
Open the PDF form. Right-click on the form field click on Properties click General. Select Required.

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