To create custom forms and export them as an .fdf file in Adobe LiveCycle Workbench ES3, follow these general steps:
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Design the Form: Open Adobe LiveCycle Workbench ES3, create a new form, and design it as per your requirements using the available tools and options.
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Configure Form Fields: Add and configure the necessary form fields (like text boxes, checkboxes, etc.) that users will fill out. Ensure each field has a unique name.
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Export as PDF: Save your form design and click on "File" and then "Save As". Choose "PDF" format. LiveCycle cannot directly export to .fdf format, as FDF is a data format typically used to export/import form field data separately from the PDF form.
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Extract Form Data (FDF): To extract data to an .fdf file, you may need to use Adobe Acrobat or another tool that can handle PDF form data operations. Open the saved PDF form using Adobe Acrobat, go to "Forms" (or "Prepare Form" in some versions), and look for options to export form data, selecting the FDF format.
Make sure to review Adobe's official documentation for detailed steps and check if there are any updates or tools available that simplify this process.
