Can I create a form template that I can then apply to existing files?

[idrivea911]

Hi, I'm an engineer looking at options to release/mark drawings. I was wondering about the capabilities of Acrobat (we have Standard DC at work). I'm trying to figure out how to create a template with signature fields. Our CAD software outputs PDFs of drawings, so I'm hoping to then apply this template to the existing drawing PDF, and have a handful of signature fields show up in the appropriate position/size on the drawing. Then the PDF can be circulated on the server or e-mail, and people can add their signature in one of the signature fields. Can it be done?

[try67]

Is the location of the signatures always the same? If so, it can be done using a simple script. If not, you can add the fields to an arbitrary place and then drag them to the desired location.

[idrivea911]

Yes, the locations are always the same. Strictly speaking, there are 4 sizes we use, but that could probably be 4 scripts? What does writing a script for Acrobat entail? I played around with the drag & resize method and that level of tinkering won't get any traction within the department. Thanks!

[try67]

Well, it entails being familiar with Acrobat JavaScript, which is not a simple task... If you're interested I could develop this script for you, for a small fee. You can contact me via [try6767 at gmail.com] to discuss it further.