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October 1, 2024
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Flatten pdf so text cannot be edited

  • October 1, 2024
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Can a pdf file be flattened so text cannot be edited.  I can flatten a pdf so fillable areas cannot be edited but I can still highlight text and edit it.

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    Correct answer Subrato Namata

    Hi @IT Tech1 You may restrict some openration on your pdf file, the settings can be found at, Document Properties>Security> Select Password security at Security method drop down.

     

    Regards,

    Subrato

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    Bernd Alheit
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    Bernd AlheitCommunity Expert
    Community Expert
    October 1, 2024

    Password protect the file.

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    Adobe Employee
    Subrato NamataCorrect answer
    Adobe Employee
    October 6, 2024

    Hi @IT Tech1 You may restrict some openration on your pdf file, the settings can be found at, Document Properties>Security> Select Password security at Security method drop down.

     

    Regards,

    Subrato

      kglad
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      kgladCommunity Expert
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      October 1, 2024

      in the future, to find the best place to post your message, use the list here, https://community.adobe.com/

      p.s. i don't think the adobe website, and forums in particular, are easy to navigate, so don't spend a lot of time searching that forum list. do your best and we'll move the post (like this one has already been moved) if it helps you get responses.



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