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Custom calculation How to assign a number value in one field that will automatically complete others

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I need help with fields that will receive numbers in a sequence. I will have a total of 32 fields.

I do not use any design software, only Acrobat DC.

 

I want the user to insert a specific number on the first page field that will trigger the other number to be filled automatically on the next pages. I understand that I might need a script and that is why I am asking for help. I also know that each of these field will need to have different names, let say field1, field2, field3 and so on. I am not a programmer and will appreciate any input in this regard. 

 

Just to add a little more clarification: For example the user inserts number 5 on the first field. The subsequent fields will be automatically completed beginning on number 6 and going up to number 37,  in a sequential order. 

 

Thank you, Isabella

 

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Correct answer Thom Parker

So you want the fields to show a number sequence. 

It helps if the fields are named sequentially as well.

See this post:

https://community.adobe.com/t5/acrobat-discussions/input-number-in-first-field-rest-of-fields-on-same-page-auto-sequence/m-p/13929911

 

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July 20, 2023

So you want the fields to show a number sequence. 

It helps if the fields are named sequentially as well.

See this post:

https://community.adobe.com/t5/acrobat-discussions/input-number-in-first-field-rest-of-fields-on-same-page-auto-sequence/m-p/13929911

 

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ibgenAuthor
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July 20, 2023

I will try it and let you know. Thank you.