"Done Signing" button issue on pdf forms.

I've been using this feature everytime I fill out a form. But now, it's grayed out. Done uninstalling and reinstalling Adobe Reader. But still the same.
What's weird is, I checked the security properties of the pdf form using Adobe Acrobat to check if I accidentally set a restriction on that file, but I did not. No restriction being set on my pdf form. Try to check the screenshot.
Please help me guys.

Thanks for your reply George.
Well, I say that it is way more convenient to use the "Done Signing" button. I mean I love the feature because it makes my work easier and faster. Anyway, I have resolved it myself. It's back now.

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