Passive checkbox in a dynamic stamp

Hello,
Me and my coworker are trying to make a passive (no action triggered) checkbox on a custom dynamic stamp. I was told that I needed to put a script on a checkbox so the checkbox will be clickable after applying that stamp. How do I do that?

It looks like you were told that a check box on a stamp cannot be clickable after it is applied, which is true, so what you say you want is not possible.
As mentioned in the other thread, what you can do is prompt the user at the time the stamp is applied and ask whether the resulting check box should be checked or not. This type of stamp is known as a dynamic stamp and there are specialized scripting techniques that need to be used. Have you had a chance to go through any of the tutorials you were directed to?

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Dynamic Stamps with Text Input Options

You guys were so helpful I thought I'd give this another go. I'm trying to create a stamp like the one used in this tutorial (http://blogs.adobe.com/acrolaw/2009/05/add_dynamic_exhibit_stamps_in_ac.html), but based off of the attached image. The tutorial is great if you want to work off of the existing file, but I can't quite figure out how to make it work for creating something from scratch. Bascially I need people to be able to input their name and date, and have it not change after it's been entered. Thanks!

Have you looked at the links to the other web sites for the more advanced tutorials?
Dynamic Stamps Secrets
If you want more user input you should look at 'dialog' object or AcroDialogs plug-in form Windjack Solutions.

How can I create a new dynamic stamp in Pro version ?

I would like to add a new dynamic stamp but cannot find out how to.

A simple way is to create a new custom stamp using the UI, and then make it dynamic by opening the resulting stamp file, adding one or more form fields, and the custom calculation script(s) that control the behavior. If you get stuck with any of these things, post again.
For everything you need to know about stamps, get this book: http://www.amazon.com/About-Stamps-Acrobat%C2%AE-Paperless-Workflows/dp/0985614706

Question regarding the creation of a custom dynamic stamp using "Will Print" from "Set Doc. Actions

Hi all,
Using Acrobat 9.0 Professional, I have successfully created a dynamic stamp using the forums where I have added Login / Date to my own image and it works great as designed. However, the problem I am having is that when a document is stamped it becomes flat and doesn't update dynamically which does not work for my requirements.
I need to create a pdf that is stamped by myself so that other users (using only Reader) can open the pdf and when printed the stamp will print with the correct date/time (in the format I describe below).
I found a workaround (outside of a stamp) where I added a text box (called "Today") that updates everytime the document is printed by going to
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My problem is that when I use the "create custom stamp" as in other tutorials by inserting this new text field, it will not update (or display) on print, even though it was set the exact same way as the custom stamp I got working using the Adobe dynamic stamp information.
Can you offer any advice on how I can get this to work as a custom stamp? I would rather not have to create both a stamp and then overlay the text field manually as I have hundreds of documents (maybe more) to do this for.
Also, as an aside, if I could get this to work, I would also like to add Login ID that updates in the same manner as my custom date format (but one problem at a time I guess! )
Thanks for any and all help that you can provide. I looked through these forums and elsewhere, but I don't seem to see anyone else with the same problems (with solutions posted).
I really wish Adobe had a Custom Stamp creator as part of their program, with the dynamic option. It would be so easy for them and save a lot of users so much time.

Stamps are just like a inked rubber stamp, except in Acrobat you can suppress printing them and you can move them. So if you use a dated "Faxed" stamp when you fax a document, even though you can adjust the stamp before affixing the stamp, once the document is stamped the date on the document can not be changed or moved. It appears, that the use of a stamp might not be the best solution.
"Interactive" means Acrobat JavaScript programing.
With JavaScript not only can you insert variable data but also fixed text strings or a combination of both.
So your script could be updated to something like:
var f = this.getField("Today");
f.value = "Printed : " + util.printd('yyyymmddhMMss', new Date());
http://forums.adobe.com/message/1333261#1333261
Getting the 'login name" will require some special JavaScript code being added to an application level JavaScript folder that runs upon initialization and is the data or function created is then accessed by your PDF. This file will need to be installed on each user's system.
http://www.acrobatusers.com/forums/aucbb/viewtopic.php?pid=30444

Name not appearing in Dynamic Stamps

Hi.
When I insert a dynamic stamp, such as reviewed,approved etc, into a pdf my name does not appear as the reviewer/approver.
I am using Adobe pro9 and Windows 7.
Thanks.

Is your copy of Acrobat up to date with version updates?
The current version is 9.5.1.
Have you turned off JavaScript in Acrobat?
Did you create the dynamic stamp?
Have you completed "Identity" category in Acrobat's Preferences?
Do the Dynamic stamps supplied by Adobe work?
What is the code you are using to insert your name?
The code supplied by Adobe for their Dynamic stamps:
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AFDate_FormatEx("h:MM tt, mmm dd, yyyy");
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Creating custom dynamic stamps in Acrobat 9

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Something that may be of some help:
http://acrobatusers.com/search/google/custom%20dynamic%20stamps?query=custom%20dynamic%20s tamps&cx=010702214422959725198%3Amrw4k197ftq&cof=FORID%3A11&sitesearch=#433
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Dynamic Stamps Not Working in Adobe Acrobat Pro

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You can shutting down Acrobat and then try moving (DO NOT DELETE - you may want put them back afterward if this doesn't work) the Collab and Sync folder out of the User's Acrobat folder and then rejoin the Shared Review to see if the Dynamic Stamps reappear.

Dynamic stamp scripting which worked in Acrobat 9 Pro not working in Acrobat XI Pro

I don't know JavaScript, so I am flying blind. I have recently updated to Acrobat XI Pro (on Win 7 Pro). I have had trouble setting up the same dynamic stamps that I had working in Acrobat 9. Just creating the stamps has been difficult, but the real pain has been trying to use the same scripting that I was using before. In particular, I have a field in which I want to enter details of a payment, such as cheque number. The script that worked before was:
var cAsk = "Enter Payment Details" ;
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event.source.source.info.exhibit = cMsg;
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Can anyone suggest a script which is likely to work for me? Is there any tutorial or similar material dealing with these issues in Acrobat XI Pro and in language that I am likely to understand?
Thanks in advance.

Change the start of the if-statement to:
if (event.source && event.source.forReal && ...

Can I create a custom-scripted dynamic stamp in Acrobat Standard or do I have to buy Acrobat Pro?

I am researching options for the company I work for to take it's invoicing system paperless and I need to know if I can create a custom-scripted dynamic stamp in Acrobat Standard or is that possible only in Acrobat Pro?

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[bug locked] Creating custom dynamic stamp Acrobat 9

I am new to Acrobat and I am trying to create a custom dynamic stamp. In searching I found instructions using Acrobat 8 but these instructions don't work for version 9. Can someone help me with creating a dynamic stamp in version 9?
Thank you.

Did you try searching the Acrobat 9 help ? I did there is info there and if
you want more (this one for livecycle);
<http://www.adobe.com/devnet/livecycle/articles/lc_custom_stamp_tip.pdf>
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quote, otherwise I have no idea whom your response is addressed to or the
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Dynamic stamps with Acrobat Pro X

Help needed!
How to create own dynamic stamps with Acrobat Pro X, without any knowledge of programming.
It was very easy with the program used before (Nuance); unfortunally it's not possible to export from Nuance to Acrobat.
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vtosi

It can't be done without using a script, and not a very simple one, either.
There are detailed tutorials about how to do it, for example here:
http://acrobatusers.com/tutorials
If you're interested in someone to create the stamp (and all the required
scripts) for you, feel free to contact me by PM or at [email protected] .

Dynamic Stamps in Acrobat 9 -

My dynamic stamps no longer show that they are "By" me and the date is now listed showing " Green Mountain Time" or "GMT" and I can't seem to fix this.
I can't remember having changed anything, these are stamps I have used for years.
Tks in advance

You got it!! After posting the question, other gremlins started appearing, so after
a proper shut down and rest period..... everything is magically fixed. You gotta love computers!!
Thank

Where is the requisite technical reference for creating and editing Dynamic Stamps in AcrobatPro XI?

Need to create a number of these, assuming there is documentation, but I can't find any.

There are aspects of dynamic stamps that are not documented by Adobe or explicitly explained in any official documentation. That's just the way it is and what makes Thom's book as valuable as it is. Dynamic stamps use JavaScript, which is documented in the SDK, but there are some properties that can be used with dynamic stamps that are not documented by Adobe, and certain behavior is not documented by Adobe. The book really is the most comprehensive reference available.
It is usually not recommended to rely on undocumented features, but in this case I would say there is little risk as there have not been significant changes since dynamic stamps were first introduced.

HOW TO CREATE A DYNAMIC STAMP ON ACROBAT X PRO????????

I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO CREATE A CUSTOM DYNAMIC STAMP ON ADOBE ACROBAT X PRO, I CAN EASILY CREATE A STAMP FROM A pdf FILE BUT WHEN TRYING TO INSERT A TEXT OR CHECK BOXES THEY DO NOT GET ATTACHED TO MY NEWLY CREATED STAMP WHEN I SELECT THAT STAMP ON THE STAMPS PALETE, PLEASE HELP AS ADOBE ACROBAT ONLINE SUPPORT EXEMPT THEMSELVES FROM SUPPORTING WHAT THEY CALLED "OLDER VERSIONS"

If you need the kind of advanced dynamic stamp that it seems you want, one that prompts you for data to include in the stamp just prior to it being applied to the page, it will require JavaScript. In particular, it will likely best be done with a custom dialog, which requires some rather arcane scripting. I usually advise folks in your position to find someone to do this for you, at least for the first stamp. Feel free to send a PM if you'd like professional help.
The following book has more information about custom stamps, but lacks much information about the type of dynamic stamp that you're wanting to create: http://www.amazon.com/About-Stamps-Acrobat%C2%AE-Paperless-Workflows/dp/0985614706
That last part isn't a criticism of the book, which is very good. Custom dialogs are complicated, and using them with stamps adds more complication, so the subject really needs a book of its own to be handled thoroughly.

Where do I find Dynamic stamp files on a networked mac?

Hi there,
I am trying to create a dynamic stamp with a form field in Acrobat XI pro. I have been told that once you have loaded in the stamp image to create the stamp you then must open this stamp file in order to add the form fields. From the reading I have done I believe you should find the stamp files by right clicking on the application in finder, going to show package contents and then following the path Contents > Plug-ins > Comments.acroplugin > Stamps > ENU
However when I try to follow this path I get as far as Plug-ins and then hit an empty folder? The only examples on the web for this method have been with Acrobat 9 and I am using a networked mac so I don't know whether either of these factors has any bearing on my problem?
If anyone can point me in the direction of where to find my stamp files I would be very grateful. (The stamp I created appears in the stamps in Acrobat so I know it must be saved somewhere!)
I am using Acrobat XI pro (Adobe CC) on a networked mac version 10.9.3.
Thank you in advance!

There are two possible locations. The one you're mentioned is for the built-in stamps, and the other is for user-created stamps. Here are the two locations on my system for Acrobat 11:
/Macintosh HD/Users/georgejohnson/Library/Application Support/Adobe/Acrobat/11.0/Stamps/
/Macintosh HD/Applications/Adobe Acrobat XI Pro/Adobe Acrobat Pro.app/Contents/Built-in/Comments.acroplugin/Stamps/
These locations are given by running the following JavaScript in the interactive JavaScript console (cmd+J):
app.getPath("user", "stamps");
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