Updating PDF file after modifying form so that they are the same

  • amberhowetattoo
    Asked on March 28, 2025 at 9:41 PM

    I have asked this question before and still have the response but it's been two years since I received that info and I think some of the steps aren't the same anymore. So please advise again on how to update the PDF file of my form after I have made changes to the form. At this time when I download the PDF file it is different than the form is.

    Thank you.

  • Mary JotForm Support
    Replied on March 29, 2025 at 6:58 AM

    Hi Amber, 

    Thanks for reaching out to Jotform Support. There are three alternative solutions if the PDF file doesn't change when you update the form:

    The first one is when you make any changes and open the PDF editor:

    1. After you make changes in Form Builder, click on the Downward Arrow icon on the top-left side of the page and select PDF Editor.
    2. Click on the Yes, Proceed button in the window that pops up, and the file will update automatically.

    Updating PDF file after modifying form so that they are the same Image 1 Screenshot 40 Second, you can always update the PDF file manually. Here’s how to do it:

    1. Click on the Add Element menu on the left side of the page.
    2. Then, click on the Form Fields tab, drag and drop or click on the fields you want to add your PDF document.

    Updating PDF file after modifying form so that they are the same Image 2 Screenshot 51 And third, you can create the PDF file in a new tab again. The new file will include all the fields on the current form automatically. It's easy to set up. Let's do it:

    1. In the blue navigation bar at the top, click on the New PDF button.
    2. In the windows that opens, choose a layout and that’s it.

    Updating PDF file after modifying form so that they are the same Image 3 Screenshot 62 Give it a try and let us know if you need any more help.

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