Large PDF file size in Webdynpro JAVA

Hi All
I have imported a PDF in Webdynpro JAVA using InteractiveForm UI element. During application execution the size of the PDF seems drastically increased and the application performance is very poor.
If I make the PDF form as readonly then the size seems normal.
Any suggestions on the size increase issue with interactive PDF forms in Webdynpro JAVA.
EP 7.01 SP5
ADSSAP 7.01 SP5 (1000.7.01.5.0.20090825153742)
Thanks in advance
Geogi Luke

When I make enabled property to false in the UI element, then the size is less than 300KB
This is ok, it works this way.
I think some additions are happening at runtime to the PDF and the size is increasing.
Open the file in WD and save it immediately. Work with the form and save it again. Compare.
I am using lifecycle designer 7.1 for developments.
If you can, upgrade to 8.1, you´re efficiency will improve significantly. And of course.. your user experience will change;))
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