Is it possible to create a PDF that checks for the latest version?

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October 5, 2016
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If this has been answered somewhere else in the forum I apologize in advance. Is it possible to create a PDF that checks a server for the latest version? Ex. It checks a server or DC to see if it the document opened has the same version number. If it does, take no action. If not, pop up a message informing the user that it's been updated and would they like to update to the latest version.

The issue I'm trying to solve is ensuring that readers have the latest version of a catalog or manual.

Thanks for your help!

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George_Johnson

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A PDF can submit to a web server, and the server can respond, so it is possible. The PDF can include the version number in the submitted data and the server could generate a response that causes a popup message to be displayed to alert the user if an older version is being used.