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August 14, 2025
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"Console script to find references to non-existent fields in a PDF"

  • August 14, 2025
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Is it possible to create a script to use in the console that scans the entire PDF and finds all cases where a field references another field that doesn't exist?

Correct answer try67

I've developed some similar tools for my own use. Contact me privately and we could discuss it further.

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JR Boulay
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August 28, 2025

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try67
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August 14, 2025

No. This requires using an external tool, or maybe a plugin.

ENE5CD9Author
Inspiring
August 15, 2025

Thanks
Can you suggest any tools that might help me solve my problem?

try67
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try67Community ExpertCorrect answer
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August 15, 2025

I've developed some similar tools for my own use. Contact me privately and we could discuss it further.