How do I create a fillable PDF?

I have a document in Word that I want to use for employee performance reviews and I would like to make it a fillable PDF instead of messing with the spacing in Word when I enter the data. Not sure where to start, any help?

Hi rob214,
You can use either Acrobat for FormsCentral to create fillable PDF forms. Whichever route you choose, there are some great resources on the Adobe website to get you started:
FormsCentral Help | FormsCentral Help
Create PDF forms, web form builder | Adobe Acrobat XI
(And, you're welcome to try Acrobat XI for free for 30 days, if you'd like to check it out: www.adobe.com/products/acrobat.html.)

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