I'm using a new version of Adobe Acrobat Pro. When I add a text box or plain text comment, I cannot move or resize the comment or frame. The comments are not shown as locked in the properties menu. This also applies to shapes (I often use rectangles to box text that needs to be edited). Does anyone have any tips for fixing this?
Hello,
I hope you're doing well, and we apologize for the delayed response and the trouble.
If you're unable to resize or move comments in Adobe Acrobat, consider the following steps:
Ensure Commenting Tools Are Active:
Navigate to Menu> Tools > Comment > Open. This action activates the commenting tools, allowing you to select, move, and resize comment boxes.
Select the Appropriate Tool:
After opening the commenting tools, ensure you've selected the appropriate tool (e.g., Text Box, Sticky Note) to modify existing comments. Support article: https://adobe.ly/3XupJo2
Check for Document Restrictions:
Some PDFs have security settings that restrict editing or commenting. To verify:
Go to Menu> Properties > Security tab.
Ensure that Commenting is allowed. If not, you may need to contact the document creator to adjust the permissions.
Update Adobe Acrobat: Please ensure you have the latest version of Acrobat installed on the machine. Check for any pending updates from the Menu > help > check for updates, install the updates, restart the app and the machine, and check. For more information, see this: https://adobe.ly/3F7j2lo.
Let us know how it goes.
Thanks,
Anand Sri.
Already have an account? Login
Enter your E-mail address. We'll send you an e-mail with instructions to reset your password.
AdChoices