Instructions for Filling Out a PDF Using Adobe Acrobat Reader

  1. Download and Install Adobe Acrobat Reader:

    • If you don’t already have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed, download it from the official website here.

    • Follow the installation instructions to complete the process.

  2. Open the PDF File:

    • Launch Adobe Acrobat Reader.

    • Click on File in the top-left corner, and select Open to browse your computer for the PDF file you want to fill out.

    • Alternatively, you can double-click the PDF file, and it will automatically open in Adobe Acrobat Reader.

  3. Enter Information into the PDF:

    • If the PDF is fillable (i.e., it has interactive form fields), you can click on each field to begin typing your information.

    • Use the Tab key to move between form fields.

    • To fill out checkboxes or select options from dropdown menus, simply click on the appropriate choice.

  4. Sign the PDF (if needed):

    • If the form requires a signature, click on the Fill & Sign tool located on the right-hand pane of the screen.

    • Select Sign from the top toolbar, then choose Add Signature.

    • You can type, draw, or upload an image of your signature.

    • Once the signature is created, click to place it in the appropriate area of the PDF.

  5. Save the Filled-Out PDF:

    • After completing the form, click File in the top-left corner.

    • Select Save As and choose the location on your computer where you want to save the filled PDF.

    • Make sure to give the file a new name if you want to keep the original form unchanged.

  6. Email or Submit the PDF:

    • Once saved, you can email the filled PDF or submit it online, depending on your requirements.

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