Editing a .pdf to allow freehand drawing

I have .pdf I use at work and is completed on a tablet. The problem is that there are a couple sections which require freehand drawing to idicate a specific movement. Is there anyway to allow a portion(s) to be available for freehand drawing?

How do I create the script?
You can use Acrobat to create Acrobat Javascript.
How do I link or attach the script to my PDF document?
You can use Acrobat.
What software do I need to create the script?
Acrobat <g>
Is there a low cost alternative to Adobe software?
In context of Acrobat Javascript?
For effective development and usage of Acrobat Javascript you want to start with Acrobat Pro.
Useful community resources:
The Acrobat Scripting Forum - http://forums.adobe.com/community/acrobat/acrobat_scripting
The Acrobat Users Community:
Acrobat Javascript Forum - http://www.acrobatusers.com/forums/aucbb/viewforum.php?id=25
Acrobat Javascript Topics (Tutorials, Videos, Articles) -
http://www.acrobatusers.com/topics/javascript
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