How Can I Create a Fillable Form in Word?

Creating fillable forms can greatly improve efficiency when collecting data. While Microsoft Word offers some capabilities, Create Fillable PDF provides a straightforward and completely private solution for creating fillable PDFs directly in your browser. No sign-up, no downloads, and your documents never leave your device!

Why Choose Create Fillable PDF?

• Privacy Focused: Your documents are processed locally in your browser.
• Free to Use: All features are 100% free.
• Easy to Use: Simple drag-and-drop interface.
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Creating Fillable Forms with Create Fillable PDF

Here's how you can easily create fillable forms using our tool:

1. Add Input Boxes: Click the input box icon and drag it to the desired location on your PDF.
2. Add Text: Select the letter icon, click where you want to type, and adjust the color and font size as needed.
3. Add Signature: Click the scribble icon, draw your signature, click "insert", and drag it to the desired location.
4. Add Images: Click the image icon, select your image, and drag it to the desired spot on your PDF.
5. Password Protect: Click the lock icon, enter your password, and click "Apply". To remove, simply click the lock icon again.

Creating Fillable Forms in Word (Alternative Method)

While Create Fillable PDF offers a more straightforward approach, here’s how you can attempt to create a fillable form directly in Microsoft Word:

1. Enable the Developer Tab: Go to File > Options > Customize Ribbon and check the "Developer" box.
2. Insert Controls: In the Developer tab, you'll find controls such as Text Boxes, Check Boxes, and Combo Boxes.
3. Set Properties: Select a control and click "Properties" to customize its settings.
4. Protect the Form: Go to Developer > Restrict Editing to prevent users from modifying the form’s structure.

Keep in mind that sharing a Word document and expecting others to reliably fill it out can be challenging due to formatting inconsistencies and software versions. Consider exploring the option of password protecting your pdf here.

Why Convert to PDF?

PDFs ensure consistent formatting across different devices and operating systems, making them ideal for distributing fillable forms. Word documents can sometimes appear differently depending on the recipient's software, leading to confusion and errors.

Simplify Form Creation with Create Fillable PDF

Stop struggling with complicated Word settings. With Create Fillable PDF, you can quickly and easily create professional-looking fillable forms that are secure and easy to share. Plus, with our tool, you get features to type on the PDF, sign the PDF, and add images to the PDF.

You can also create fillable forms on mac with this simple guide.

Start creating your fillable PDF form today!