Create a fillable pdf

Was wondering how to create a fillable PDF file and save it for future use.

Hi gibbl98,
Do you have Acrobat, or a subscription to FormsCentral? Here are links to Help documents for both, so you can get an overview of the process:
FormsCentral Help | Create a form
https://helpx.adobe.com/acrobat/using/creating-distributing-pdf-forms.html
I hope that points you in the right direction.
Best,
Sara

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Hey there, i've got a problem when trying to create a fillable PDF Document.
I simple want to get a calculation done.
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Quick Tip: How to create a fillable PDF form | Acrobat X Tips & Tricks | Adobe TV

This quick tip explains the steps and some of the terms you'll encounter when you create a fillable PDF form using an existing PDF document in Acrobat X Std. or Pro.
http://adobe.ly/GJAUgk

Hi, can you please let me know which version of Adobe you used in this tutorial?
I have the Adobe Reader XI - is there a similar tutorial for this version?
Thank you.

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