A text field is a form element that allows a recipient to enter text into your form. This would be used any time you want to allow the user the freedom to type what they want.
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Step 1 - Choose the Text Field option
- Open the Forms tab.
- Select Form Field.
- Click on the Text Field option.
Step 2 - Placing the Text Field
You will see the outline for the text box appear on your document. You can position it wherever you would like.
- Click anywhere in your file to place the field.
- Hold down your left mouse button and drag the cursor to resize the field as you place it.
- Click on the Text Field again to stop placing the text fields.
Step 3 - Editing Text Field properties
- Switch to Edit Mode.
- Right-click a text field and select Properties.
- The properties panel will open on the right.
Bonus Step - Deleting the Text Field
- Switch to Edit mode.
- Right-click on the field.
- Choose Remove.
Bonus Step - Testing the Text Field
- Switch to View mode.
- Fill out your text field.
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