How do I create a bulleted check list and export to PDF with interactive checkboxes?

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November 26, 2020
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Hello all,

I created a multi-page checklist and applied a paragaph style with bullets and numbering turned on. I styled the bullet using a character style and chose a web font with a square graphic.

Is there a way to convert these bullets into interactive checkboxes when exporting as an interactive PDF?

I am using InDesign 15.1.3

(See sample image below)

How to

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Correct answer Scott Citron

See my screen shot. In my sample I pasted in simple boxes at the beginning of each line. Next, I selected each box and chose Type > Check Box from InDesign's Buttons and Forms panel. Finally, export as PDF Interactive. The check boxes with display check marks when clicked.

Scott CitronCorrect answer

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See my screen shot. In my sample I pasted in simple boxes at the beginning of each line. Next, I selected each box and chose Type > Check Box from InDesign's Buttons and Forms panel. Finally, export as PDF Interactive. The check boxes with display check marks when clicked.

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JerryRossAuthor

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Scott,

Thanks for reminding me of this method.

Question, my box is touching the text following it, where do I find the settings to give the box some breathing space?