Trouble editing text within form in pdf

We have created pdf fillable forms and was able to add text fields that come with red borders (intentional) inside and outside the forms. However, when trying to edit the texts inside the form, we are not able to click on it to select and delete/move easily like the text outside the forms. I am able to edit it from the comments list on the sidebar, but not editing it directly on the form, which takes a lot more time.
Please advise!

Hi Joyce,
Make sure the "Highlight Existing Fields" option is check marked.
Launch the PDF>Tools>Forms>More Form Options>See if that option is check marked .If it is not ,kindly do that and see if it works for you.
Regards
Sukrit Dhingra

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