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January 26, 2024
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Editable pdf: calculated fields

  • January 26, 2024
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I am trying to make a registration form in an edible PDF. I simply want to have one box calculate a total. For example the ticket price for this event is $35. I want the number of attendees selected, whether it be one or two automatically generate the price. so if 2 people are coming to this event their total ticket price would be $70. I have tried all calculations to enter in the calculate tab and cannot get the correct one. How can I get my form to generate a ticket price of $35 based on the number of attendees. What exact text would I enter, and where I put it it to get it to generate?! Help please

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    Participating Frequently
    January 26, 2024

     This is my form. I need to know the calculation wording to enter a simplified field notation. I want number of attendees to calculate each the check amount. The price is $35 per person 

    try67
    Community Expert
    Community Expert
    January 26, 2024

    You need to either share the file (not a screenshot!) or post the exact field names of the fields involved in this calculation.

    Nesa Nurani
    Community Expert
    Community Expert
    January 26, 2024

    Definitely use a text field.

    In 'Calculate' tab of that field select 'Value is the', then select 'product(x)' and then 'Pick' to select 'price' and 'attend' fields.

    Participating Frequently
    January 26, 2024

    That's still not working, is there a way I can send this to someone for them to help me fix it? 

    Nesa Nurani
    Community Expert
    Community Expert
    January 26, 2024

    You can attach file to share it with us.

    Bernd Alheit
    Community Expert
    Community Expert
    January 26, 2024

    What have you tried?

    Participating Frequently
    January 26, 2024

    I've tried multiple entries, with no luck on something so simple 

    Participating Frequently
    January 26, 2024

    Also, would I use a drop-down box or a text box? I need to know exactly how to do this.

    jane-e
    Community Expert
    Community Expert
    January 26, 2024

    @Starleana35047692c1no 

    I've moved your post from Using the Community (for questions about the forums) to Adobe Acrobat for you.

    Jane