PlatoForms User Guide
Form types
Tabs
PlatoForms offers different types of forms to suit your needs. Review the table below for more details.
Online PDF Form
Scenarios:
- Convert your PDF into interactive online form while keeping its original details.
- Alternatively, create a PDF from scratch and let PlatoForms turn it into an interactive online form.
Features
- Great for complex PDFs.
- Works on Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Safari, Edge.
- Not on Internet Explorer.
- Many images may slow loading.
Web PDF Form
Scenarios:
- Convert your PDF to interactive online form based on PlatoForms’ components.
- Tailor it your way with a range of options.
Features:
- Works on all browsers, mobile-friendly.
- Slightly more setup, but super efficient.
Master Form
Scenarios:
Reuse fields in multiple PDFs.
Features:
Reuse data for multiple forms easily.
Tips for selection
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Purpose check: Consider your form’s goal, whether it’s converting a PDF, reusing fields, or starting from scratch.
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Feature peek: Examine unique features like layout options, field reuse, and customization.
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Scenario fit: Match the form type to your project needs. For example, choose ‘Online PDF form’ to preserve PDF layout.
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Future planning: Think ahead. ‘Master form’ can save time by allowing field reuse across PDFs.