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Sep 21, 2017 4:29 AM UTC
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Serialize pdf for printing multiple copies

Hi all,

I need some help in generating a serial code in a text field in acobat to increment when the following applies.

When i open the pdf, i need to print 10 copies. I need a javascript function to generate a sequential number for each printed copy. Then the pdf should save the last serial printed upon closing of file. When the file is open next time and printed again , should advance the serial numbers and save the last upon closing.

Sounds complex but i did not find a solution anywhere.

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JR Boulay
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Sep 22, 2017 10:59 AM UTC

I made this for a client a few month ago.

(with in addition a barcode that works in Acrobat Reader)

You can contact me too.

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Acrobate du PDF, InDesigner et Photoshopographe
Participant
Apr 5, 2023 12:12 AM UTC

Hi JR, can you please share details on how to seriliaze while signing the document? 

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JR Boulay
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Apr 14, 2023 11:23 AM UTC

What do you mean?

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Acrobate du PDF, InDesigner et Photoshopographe
Participant
Sep 21, 2017 9:30 PM UTC

would you be able to help with something like this ?

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try67
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Sep 22, 2017 9:25 AM UTC

Yes. Contact me at try6767 at gmail.com and we could discuss it further.

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try67
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Sep 21, 2017 2:05 PM UTC

It's possible, but only if the file is printed from a button that you add to it (or to the application). If the user used the built-in Print command of Acrobat (or Reader) they can specify any number of copies and you won't be able to keep track of it, as it's considered a single print command.

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