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Anonymous
June 8, 2016
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To create a secure pdf w a password that allows printing, ur instructions don't work!

  • June 8, 2016
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I have two separate sets of instructions as to how to create secure pdf files. One for Windows says to use Tools>Protect, but, with Acrobat Pro XI, my Tools function only has a drop down menu of export, create, etc. pdfs. I think the other set of instructions is for a Mac. It says to go to File >> Properties window, the Security Tab and that a drop-down menu will show up. No drop down menu shows up.

I can't believe something this basic is not in Acrobat Help.

I need a reliable way to create a secure pdf that people cannot edit, but can print. Help!

Jodandy

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June 8, 2016

If you do actually have a paid-for Acrobat... Check the instructions you are trying to follow apply to the product and version you have. Changes radically between versions.

Bernd Alheit
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Bernd AlheitCommunity Expert
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June 8, 2016

jodandy wrote:

... It says to go to File >> Properties window, the Security Tab and that a drop-down menu will show up. No drop down menu shows up.

Open the document in Adobe Acrobat, not Reader.

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