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maxh7617989
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May 26, 2023
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Show/hide pages based on check boxes

  • May 26, 2023
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I would like to create a fillable form that will show pages if certain checkboxes are selected. Initially, the pages would be hidden but checking boxes would reveal them. Is this possible in Adobe Acrobat Pro?

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Correct answer Nesa Nurani

It should work in reader but not if it's on mobile device. 

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maxh7617989
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May 26, 2023

Amazing! Thank you so much! That looks pretty straightforward.

 

Would you be able to help me out with the validation script for a Checkbox? Also for Radio Buttons? 

 

I am creating a building inspection form to collect relevant material spec information and would like to have the option of spawning the next room if needed (checkbox) and additional room sections (radio buttons) if needed. 

Nesa Nurani
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May 26, 2023

Yes, by turning pages into a template, you can spawn them when needed and delete pages instead of 'hiding' them.

There are a lot of posts on this forum with examples, here is an example how to make template and sample script to spawn them: https://community.adobe.com/t5/acrobat-discussions/indesign-drop-down-menu-choice-changes-hides-pages/m-p/13121750 

And here is example file that spawn/delete pages: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mFJfwXYzwr3WXM8sjN4XS8tz4J9k2pPA/view?usp=share_link 

maxh7617989
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May 26, 2023

I just attempted to use the document in Adobe Reader and it does not function. Do you know if there is there a way to maintain the template-page-spawning functionality within Reader? Solving this problem for my business will only make sense if the resulting document can be used on-site. 

Nesa Nurani
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Nesa NuraniCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
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May 26, 2023

It should work in reader but not if it's on mobile device.