Custom number formating for form in Acrobat Pro DC

[stephaniec6123902]

Hi, 

I was wondering if there is a way to do a custom number format for an entry form in Acrobat Pro DC. 

The number format I'm looking for is 

##-######

Example: 22-123456

The format category doesn't list any options that fit this formatting, and I didn't see any under the special options tab so I'm assuming I will have to do a custom script. I have no experience with writing a Javascript. Anyone able to offer advice?

[ls_rbls · Accepted solution]

You can easily do this the Special arbitraty mask buitl-in feature and if necessary limitting the number of characters.

You may also employ a custom format script.

In both mehtods you should specify an arbitray mask with the following expression:

99-999999

However, I've read before in these forums that 9 is a reserved character to specify digits only, and I am not sure if it could trigger errors.

In which case, the way to go is with a script using the util.prinx() method.

In any case, give it a try and see if works.

[stephaniec6123902]

Thank you so much! That worked

[ls_rbls]

You're welcome.