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In this tutorial, learn how to create and validate PDF documents so they conform to various standards like PDF/A, PDF/X, PDF/E, and PDF/VT. Accessibility standards such as PDF/UA and WCAG2.0 are also covered. Some of the features in this tutorial are only supported using Acrobat XI Pro.

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Creating, Editing, and Exporting
What's new in Acrobat XI What's new in Acrobat XI In this tutorial, learn about the new or improved features found in Acrobat and Adobe Reader XI. Runtime: 00:02:51 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 32,618	00:02:51
How to edit text in a PDF file How to edit text in a PDF file In this tutorial, learn about the new text editing capability in Acrobat XI that presents an intuitive point-and-click experience. The new Content Editing panel greatly simplifies the entire process of editing a PDF document. Runtime: 00:03:25 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 77,878	00:03:25
How to edit images in PDF files How to edit images in PDF files In this tutorial, learn about the new image editing capability in Acrobat XI that presents an intuitive point-and-click experience. The new Content Editing panel greatly simplifies the entire process of editing a PDF document. Runtime: 00:02:20 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 12,715	00:02:20
How to scan documents How to scan documents In this tutorial, learn how to scan and convert paper documents into PDF files and make the text automatically searchable in Acrobat XI. Runtime: 00:01:10 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 5,467	00:01:10
How to edit a scanned PDF file How to edit a scanned PDF file In this tutorial, learn the easiest way to edit a PDF file that originated from a scanned document. This multi-step process involves running Text Recognition (OCR) on your scanned document first and then using the new Content Editing panel tools in Acrobat XI. Runtime: 00:01:32 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 22,105	00:01:32
How to manipulate pages in Acrobat How to manipulate pages in Acrobat In this tutorial, learn how to insert, delete, or move pages within a PDF document using the newly redesigned Pages Navigation pane in Acrobat XI. Runtime: 00:01:45 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 6,173	00:01:45
How to create mobile-ready PDF files How to create mobile-ready PDF files In this tutorial, learn how to create PDF files that can be easily accessed by mobile devices using Acrobat XI Pro. Runtime: 00:01:07 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 2,820	00:01:07
How to create a PDF file from Adobe Reader How to create a PDF file from Adobe Reader In this tutorial, learn how to create a new PDF file from Adobe Reader. This feature requires a subscription to the Adobe CreatePDF online service. Runtime: 00:01:04 Added: April 26, 2013 Views: 645	00:01:04
How to convert PDF files to Word or Excel using Ad... How to convert PDF files to Word or Excel using Adobe Reader In this tutorial, learn how to convert an existing PDF file in Adobe Reader to a Word or Excel file. This feature requires a subscription to either the Adobe CreatePDF or ExportPDF online service. Runtime: 00:01:17 Added: April 25, 2013 Views: 1,940	00:01:17
How to combine PDF files using Adobe Reader How to combine PDF files using Adobe Reader In this tutorial, learn how you can combine and rearrange individual PDF documents into a single PDF file from Adobe Reader. This feature requires a subscription for either the CreatePDF or ExportPDF online service. Runtime: 00:01:39 Added: April 26, 2013 Views: 4,362	00:01:39
Electronic Signatures
Adobe EchoSign: Signing from Adobe Reader Adobe EchoSign: Signing from Adobe Reader In this tutorial learn how to electronically sign a PDF document using the free Adobe Reader XI. Runtime: 00:01:44 Added: February 20, 2013 Views: 935	00:01:44
Adobe EchoSign: Getting others to sign using Adobe... Adobe EchoSign: Getting others to sign using Adobe Reader In this tutorial, learn how to get others to electronically sign your document using just the free Adobe Reader XI. Runtime: 00:01:33 Added: February 19, 2013 Views: 713	00:01:33
How to change the document signer in EchoSign How to change the document signer in EchoSign In this tutorial, learn how you can change or replace the document signer (perhaps the original signer is out of the office) for an e-signature document in Adobe EchoSign. Runtime: 00:00:57 Added: April 26, 2013 Views: 132	00:00:57
How to embed a signable form into a web page How to embed a signable form into a web page In this tutorial, learn how you can link or embed an EchoSign form into a web page so multiple signers can easily access your form for signature. This is especially useful if you need to post a form on your website for multiple people to fill in and sign. Runtime: 00:02:02 Added: April 26, 2013 Views: 566	00:02:02
Adobe EchoSign: Adding a document to your library Adobe EchoSign: Adding a document to your library Learn how to add a document to your EchoSign library for quick access to your most frequently used files. Runtime: 00:01:04 Added: January 25, 2013 Views: 178	00:01:04
Adobe EchoSign: Deleting a document from your libr... Adobe EchoSign: Deleting a document from your library Watch this video to learn how to remove documents from your EchoSign library. Runtime: 00:00:55 Added: January 25, 2013 Views: 259	00:00:55
Adobe EchoSign: Signing a document Adobe EchoSign: Signing a document If you've been sent a document to sign, you can use EchoSign to apply your A HREF="https://www.echosign.adobe.com/en/home.html">electronic signature, even if no one else has to sign the document. Runtime: 00:01:33 Added: January 25, 2013 Views: 944	00:01:33
Adobe EchoSign: Sending a document to multiple sig... Adobe EchoSign: Sending a document to multiple signers This video shows you how to get multiple signatures applied to a single document. Runtime: 00:02:29 Added: January 25, 2013 Views: 1,112	00:02:29
Adobe EchoSign: Editing a document signature Adobe EchoSign: Editing a document signature Learn how to edit signature fields and other input fields on documents you have stored in your EchoSign account. Runtime: 00:01:24 Added: January 25, 2013 Views: 619	00:01:24
Forms in FormsCentral
How to create a new PDF form in FormsCentral How to create a new PDF form in FormsCentral In this tutorial, learn how to create and export a new PDF form using Adobe FormsCentral. When you create and distribute your form as a PDF file, recipients will be able to save the form offline, fill out little by little, forward to others, keep a filled copy for their records, and print a copy of the form. This feature requires a subscription to the Adobe FormsCentral online service. Runtime: 00:02:21 Added: March 01, 2013 Views: 1,606	00:02:21
How to import a PDF form into FormsCentral How to import a PDF form into FormsCentral In this tutorial, learn how to import an existing PDF form into Adobe FormsCentral and collect responses. It is no longer necessary to recreate your existing PDF form within FormsCentral to take advantage of the data collection and analysis capability. Note that Adobe FormsCentral does not support PDF forms created using LiveCycle Designer. This feature requires a subscription to the Adobe FormsCentral online service. Runtime: 00:02:04 Added: March 01, 2013 Views: 582	00:02:04
How to distribute PDF and web forms using FormsCen... How to distribute PDF and web forms using FormsCentral In this tutorial, learn how to move your PDF or web form online to collect responses, test drive, and setup confirmation messages in Adobe FormsCentral. This feature is only available when using Acrobat XI Pro. and the Adobe FormsCentral online service. Runtime: 00:01:58 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 3,209	00:01:58
How to analyze data in FormsCentral How to analyze data in FormsCentral In this tutorial, learn how to view and summarize form responses that are collected using Adobe FormsCentral. You'll see real-time data that you can sort, summarize, graph, or even export. This feature is available when using Acrobat XI Pro. and the Adobe FormsCentral online service. Runtime: 00:01:03 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 1,386	00:01:03
How to export form data from FormsCentral How to export form data from FormsCentral In this tutorial, learn how to export form data in Adobe FormsCentral to Excel, CSV, or PDF by following these 7 simple steps. Runtime: 00:02:56 Added: March 01, 2013 Views: 649	00:02:56
Creating email receipts in FormsCentral Creating email receipts in FormsCentral In this tutorial, learn how you can automatically send someone an email receipt after they have filled out their web or PDF form using Adobe FormsCentral. This feature requires a subscription to the Adobe FormsCentral online service. Runtime: 00:01:33 Added: March 01, 2013 Views: 401	00:01:33
How to add attachments to a FormsCentral form How to add attachments to a FormsCentral form In this tutorial, learn how to create an attachment form field on a web (HTML) form to collect files from respondents in Adobe FormsCentral. Only web forms support attachment fields not PDF forms. This feature requires a subscription to the Adobe FormsCentral online service. Runtime: 00:02:03 Added: March 01, 2013 Views: 457	00:02:03
How to share a FormsCentral form with others How to share a FormsCentral form with others In this tutorial, learn how to invite others to collaborate on the design and/or data analysis of a form in Adobe FormsCentral. Runtime: 00:01:57 Added: March 01, 2013 Views: 489	00:01:57
How to work with formulas in FormsCentral How to work with formulas in FormsCentral In this tutorial, learn how to use familiar spreadsheet formulas to analyze form data in Adobe FormsCentral. Runtime: 00:01:23 Added: April 04, 2013 Views: 881	00:01:23
Forms in Acrobat
How to create new PDF forms from existing document... How to create new PDF forms from existing documents In this tutorial, learn how to use the Form Wizard to create a new PDF form from an existing Microsoft Word, Excel, or PDF file. Runtime: 00:01:07 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 11,510	00:01:07
How to create new forms in FormsCentral Desktop How to create new forms in FormsCentral Desktop In this tutorial, learn how to create a new form using the new FormsCentral desktop app in Acrobat XI Pro. You'll find a wide range of pre-designed templates and design tools for your new PDF or web form. Runtime: 00:01:59 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 6,454	00:01:59
How to distribute PDF forms within Acrobat How to distribute PDF forms within Acrobat In this tutorial, learn how you can distribute a PDF form to others in Acrobat XI using email (including webmail), an internal SharePoint server, or shared network folder. Runtime: 00:01:13 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 5,826	00:01:13
How to work with forms in Adobe Reader XI How to work with forms in Adobe Reader XI In this tutorial, learn how easy it is to fill-in and save form information using the new Adobe Reader XI. Whether your form has fillable fields or not, you'll still be able to print and save all your information. The ability to save form field data is not available for PDF forms designed using Adobe LiveCycle Designer in Adobe Reader XI. Runtime: 00:01:38 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 2,224	00:01:38
How to create EchoSign-aware forms in Acrobat How to create EchoSign-aware forms in Acrobat In this tutorial, learn how to create EchoSign-aware form fields that can be used in conjunction with the Adobe EchoSign service for electronic signatures. Runtime: 00:01:03 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 1,711	00:01:03
Productivity
How to work with SharePoint and Office 365 How to work with SharePoint and Office 365 In this tutorial, learn how to access files in Microsoft SharePoint directly from any Acrobat or Adobe Reader XI Open or Save dialog box. Runtime: 00:01:24 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 1,825	00:01:24
How to use Acrobat XI on touch devices How to use Acrobat XI on touch devices In this tutorial, learn about the improved support for touch devices in Adobe Acrobat and Reader XI. The new Touch mode provides smoother scrolling, you can swipe to scroll a page, accelerated swiping to allow to you to scroll quickly through large documents, and pinching to zoom. Runtime: 00:01:25 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 3,036	00:01:25
How to work with files in the cloud How to work with files in the cloud In this tutorial, learn how you can open and save PDF documents directly to Acrobat.com within Acrobat or Adobe Reader XI. Once your files are uploaded to Acrobat.com, you can share them with others using mobile devices. Runtime: 00:01:28 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 1,857	00:01:28
How to use webmail in Acrobat How to use webmail in Acrobat In this tutorial, learn how to send or distribute PDF files to others directly within Adobe Acrobat or Reader XI using webmail applications like Gmail and Yahoo. Runtime: 00:01:07 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 912	00:01:07
How to create and share custom Tool Sets How to create and share custom Tool Sets In this tutorial, learn how to build your own custom tool sets from your favorite tools and panel commands in Acrobat XI. You can also share and download additional Tool Sets through the Tool Set Exchange. Runtime: 00:01:53 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 1,053	00:01:53
Using Adobe Reader on touch devices Using Adobe Reader on touch devices In this tutorial, learn how to work and use PDF files on the Adobe Reader Mobile app. Runtime: 00:03:28 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 661	00:03:28
Overview of the Print Production Tools Overview of the Print Production Tools In this tutorial, provides an overview of all the tools (and their purpose) found in the Print Production panel of Acrobat XI Pro. Runtime: 00:03:45 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 1,607	00:03:45
How to create and share Actions How to create and share Actions In this tutorial, learn how to automate various steps in Acrobat XI Pro. by creating a new Action. Actions allow you to pre-define routine, multistep tasks and then run them in an automated fashion. You can also share and download additional Actions through the Actions Exchange. Runtime: 00:02:06 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 700	00:02:06
How to work with Actions How to work with Actions In this tutorial, learn how to use the newly redesigned Action Wizard panel in Acrobat XI Pro to automate common tasks that you perform. Runtime: 00:01:24 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 1,347	00:01:24
How to ensure your PDF file is accessible How to ensure your PDF file is accessible In this tutorial, discover how to make your PDF files accessible to those using assistive devices like text-to-speech synthesizers and screen readers using Acrobat XI Pro. Runtime: 00:01:48 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 662	00:01:48
How to work with comment tools How to work with comment tools In this tutorial, learn about the wide variety of commenting tools available in both Acrobat and Adobe Reader XI, including the new Text Correction Markup tool. Runtime: 00:01:13 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 3,890	00:01:13
Where has the Typewriter Tool gone? Where has the Typewriter Tool gone? In this tutorial, learn where the Typewriter tool has moved to in Acrobat XI .The Typewriter tool is very useful for filling out PDF forms that do not have built-in form fields. The Typewriter tool is also available in Adobe Reader XI. Runtime: 00:00:57 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 17,474	00:00:57
How to conform to PDF standards How to conform to PDF standards In this tutorial, learn how to create and validate PDF documents so they conform to various standards like PDF/A, PDF/X, PDF/E, and PDF/VT. Accessibility standards such as PDF/UA and WCAG2.0 are also covered. Some of the features in this tutorial are only supported using Acrobat XI Pro. Runtime: 00:01:51 Added: August 31, 2012 Views: 454	00:01:51

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