Convert XFA form to static PDF

Hi,
I have few XFA form and i wanted to convert them to static pdf.
could you please tell me if it is possible via Coldfusion.I would be great if you could share sample code\approach to do this.
regards
Pushpendra

Hi,
you have several options.
1)     Print the form with a PDF printer — Produces a completely non-interactive PDF file with a very small file size
2)     Use JavaScript to lock down all or specific form fields — can also be combinated with password protection and preserves the interactivity of the form for further changes
     A sample can be found here http://forums.adobe.com/message/1921613#1921613

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