PDF Forms

Overview

Learn how to generate professional PDF forms with dynamic input fields using Carbone. This example demonstrates how to:

• Create forms with text input fields
• Add interactive checkboxes
• Generate PDF forms from ODT templates

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Design Your Form Template

• Create a new ODT document
• Design your form layout (using tables for precise alignment)

2. Insert Form elements

• Add dynamic text fields
• Insert interactive checkboxes

Technical Tips for Better Layout

• Remove Text Box Borders:

  1. Right-click on the text box
  2. Select Control Properties
  3. Navigate to the General tab
  4. Find the Border section
  5. Choose Without frame

• Checkbox Configuration: When using checkboxes, avoid copying and pasting them unless you assign a unique Label to each one.

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