Collect form responses using Acrobat tools
Distribute forms and collect data more easily.
Adobe® Acrobat® XI makes it easy to distribute PDF forms and collect responses automatically.
Automate form distribution and data collection
Acrobat makes it easy to send forms out by email or host forms on an internal server, with responses collected automatically.
"Acrobat is an incredibly versatile and powerful tool. The application addresses so many of our business needs — from securing case documents to packaging materials in dynamic PDF Portfolios to automating forms processes. It is phenomenal."
— Margaret DiBianca, associate, Young Conaway Stargatt & Taylor, LLP
Distribute PDF forms from Acrobat
Using Acrobat tools, it’s easy to email PDF forms for data collection.* Or save them to your company server and send links. Anyone can complete, save, and submit a form using free Adobe Reader® XI.
Track form activity in one place
Use the Tracker to add new form participants, view the status of replies, and send reminders to people who haven't responded.
See compiled form responses
The Tracker will automatically collect and compile responses* to your form in a PDF with a summary in table format. It's easy to export the data to a spreadsheet or database application for further analysis.
NEW Move forms online for real-time results
If you’d like to collect responses more easily and view real-time results in easy-to-understand tables and charts, consider moving your PDF forms online with Adobe FormsCentral.†
* Form distribution and data collection with Acrobat and Form Tracker may not exceed 500 people per form.
† Requires an active account with the Adobe FormsCentral online service. Free and paid subscriptions are available.
How-to guide |
How to distribute a PDF form with the Acrobat Tracker:
- Open a PDF form in Acrobat XI.
- Select the Tools pane > Forms > Distribute.
- Select Email as your preferred distribution method.
- Select Send using Adobe Acrobat, and then click Next.
- Type in email addresses and a summary message, and then click Next. The Acrobat Tracker automatically sends out your form, with responses returned to you by email.
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