Printing a fillable PDF form with scrolling text fields

Report · Sep 12, 2018

Is there a way to show all typed text typed into a scrolling text field when you print a fillable PDF form even if all of the text is not visible on screen (because it extends the text box)?

Report · Sep 12, 2018

The basic code is something like this:

this.getField("FieldName").textSize = 0;

You can add it under the document's WillPrint event, and then change it back in the DidPrint event.

Regarding my second suggestion: It doesn't have to be a separate file. It can be done using hidden pages that are spawned especially for this purpose and deleted after the file is printed. I've developed similar scripts for some clients in the past so if you're interested in hiring someone to develop it for you, you can contact me via try6767 at gmail.com to discuss it further.

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Report · May 01, 2025

Depending on your needs and budget, you can look at AEM Forms Designer (formerly LiveCycle Designer). It can create expanding text fields and tables. The PDFs only work on computers and not through browsers, however, there are options for web-based forms. Here is a short table showing the difference between Acrobat forms and Designer PDF forms:

https://www.ideastraining.com/classOutlines/AcroFormsVsXFA.html

David Creamer: Community Expert (ACI and ACE 1995-2023)