numbers counters

[j-francoisp52431786]

Hello I have a simple question.

Does can insert numbers counters.

a form that gives each opening a new number.

Example: I open the PDF and it is noted: 00055. Then I make a further application, number 00056

[try67]

Do you mean that the number will change each time you open the form? Yes, it can be done using a form field and a simple script.

[j-francoisp52431786]

yes every time and when we erases

You mean what by simple script...

[try67]

Let's say you have a text field called Counter. In Acrobat, go to Tools - JavaScript - Document JavaScripts and create a new item (call it "scripts"), with this code:

var f = this.getField("Counter");
f.value = util.printf("%05d", Number(f.valueAsString)+1);

Click OK and save the file. Each time you open if from that point on, the value of Counter will increment by one.

[j-francoisp52431786]

This is really helpfull.

Which version of Acrobat do we need?

I know it is not the Reader version

[try67]

You need Acrobat Pro to have access to the doc-level scripts.

[j-francoisp52431786]

Thank you very much!

That's very nice and appreciated.

Have a good day.

[j-francoisp52431786]

Hello,

Thank you, it works. But, another question.

Since the pdf will be hosted online and downloaded, is it possible to add a Ajax call to increment the value?

If so, can you send us a code snippet of this to give us an exemple?

[try67]

No, you can't use Ajax in PDF files.

[j-francoisp52431786]

OK I understand.

How does one ensure that the PDF will be different every time.

Knowing that many people can download or complete online at the same time?

[try67]

- Fill in the numbers on your end, instead of on the user's end.

- Use a random or time-based number instead of an incremental one.

[j-francoisp52431786]

Thank you for your help

We will try.

Do you work for ADOBE?

Have a nice day

[try67]

No, I don't.

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