Allow form users to select multiple options from drop down

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All,This shouldn't be this hard, but maybe I'm oversimplifying things...I am creating a form; in this form, I'd like the end-user to select(using the ctrl key-like "normal") multiple options. For example, if you're choices in the form are: Apples, Oranges, Pears, I'd like the end-user to be able to select any one or multiple of those options. Apples, pears or Oranges, Apples, etc.  How do I do this?If I need a javascript to do this, Adobe is really missing the point of ease of use. Thanks!...

try67 · Accepted Answer

I understand the ask completly. It is the same as a mutiple selection drop down where you only see what the user selects. The end result is that the other items are not visible on the form once the user completes it. I need this same help. Any help on multiple choice drop downs in adobe? I can do it with a VBA Code in Excel, but i am unfamiliar with Adobe. Using Adobe Acro Pro 2020, TIA.

There's no such thing as a multiple-choice drop-down in PDF files. You can use a List box field, where it's possible, or a pop-up menu or a dialog with multiple selection options, but the latter will require a custom-made script.

Amal. · Answer

Hi there ++ Adding to the correct suggestion by Bernd Alheit For more information about dropdowns and list box please check the help page https://helpx.adobe.com/acrobat/using/pdf-form-field-properties.htmlAlso, please check the correct answer marked in the similar discussion https://community.adobe.com/t5/acrobat/list-box-and-multiple-selection-populate-new-text-box/m-p/10192289 RegardsAmal

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