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KeithAtDFW
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October 5, 2022
Question

"Shared files can't be modified"

  • October 5, 2022
  • 4 replies
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Using Acrobat DC,  I share my files with coworkers using "Share With Others".

Today I added checkboxes (via Prepare Forms) on the first page next to their names to confirm they are finished.

After sharing I can click on each checkbox, but other users get the message "Create a copy to modify - Shared files can't be modified. Create a copy and make changes to your copy."

My Document Settings > Security are:
Security Method: No Security 
Filling of form fields: Allowed   (no options are restricted).

Any help is appreciated.
Keith

    4 replies

    mhm01
    mhm01
    Participant
    February 7, 2026

    This issue of not being able to modify shared files still hasn’t been fixed as of February 2026.

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    Zach38249676p37b
    Participant
    November 6, 2024

    Still having the same issue and it's almost 2025

     

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      Community Manager
      Tariq AhmadCommunity Manager
      Community Manager
      January 10, 2025

      Hi @Zach38249676p37b, 

      Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We understand the challenges you’re facing with modifying shared PDF files, as discussed in the community thread. Our team is actively working to enhance collaboration features in Adobe Acrobat to provide a more seamless and efficient experience.

       

      In the meantime, you might find it helpful to explore our current collaboration tools, which allow for commenting and reviewing shared PDFs. For more information on how to effectively collaborate on PDF documents, please visit our guide

       

      We appreciate your patience and encourage you to stay tuned for upcoming updates that will further improve your workflow.



      ~Tariq

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        Anna28679154tepw
        Participant
        April 18, 2023

        I am running into the same issue with command buttons on my document. Other features in my document work through the shared link, but the buttons to navigate back to the top of the document produce the same message.

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        Moises Zanetti
        Participant
        April 6, 2023

        Having the exact same issue. We are reviewing an interactive PDF. Other team members can comment on it, but not click on the links to verify if they work correctly.

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