[PDF] Developing Acrobat Applications Using JavaScript

How do I use a JavaScript editor in Acrobat DC?

In the JavaScript Editor section, select the editor you would like to use. The Acrobat DC JavaScript Editor option sets the built-in JavaScript editor as the default. The External JavaScript Editor option sets an external editor as the default. Note:For some external editors, Acrobat DC provides extra command line options for invoking the editor.

What is the difference between Javascript & JavaScript in a PDF file?

Therefore, it is important to be aware of the differences between JavaScript used in a PDF file and JavaScript used in a web page: JavaScript in a PDF file does not have access to objects within an HTML page. Similarly, JavaScript in a web page cannot access objects within a PDF file.

How to manipulate a PDF document using JavaScript?

Details of these methods are found in the JavaScript for Acrobat API Reference. JavaScript for manipulating a PDF document The Doc.newDoc() method cannot write text content to the newly created document. To do that, you need to use the Report object.

How do I set the default editor in Acrobat JS?

Acrobat JS Developer Guide Using an external editor 22 To set the default editor: 1. Choose Edit > Preferences (Ctrl+K) to open the Preferences dialog box. 2. Select JavaScript from the list of options on the left side of the dialog box. This brings up the Preferences dialog box. 3.