Why don't my pdf forms import into Word or Pages properly?

Why is it that when I create a form in Acrobat Pro, fill it out and save it as a pdf file, and then import or place the saved file in either a Word or Pages document that ONLY the form fields are visible and not the filled in data? I've tried everything I know and it happens each time. Thanks.

Have you actually tried to do it in a PC Version. Usually it’s the other way round. Usually something can be done with little effort in PC Version, and not in Mac version. Or is PIA to do in the Mac version. Adobe takes as little effort as possibly with the Mac version of any of their products. They and many companies still have the notion for anyone that wants to do serious work, you use a PC. Mac's are considered play toys.
If given the proper software with equal features a Mac is more than capable of handling any job a PC can.

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