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PDF Form Creator

Create PDF documents with interactive form fields.

1

Add Text, Checkbox, or Dropdown Fields

Define form fields with names, types, and positions.

2

Set Field Positions, Sizes, and Options

Set field positions, sizes, and dropdown options.

3

Download Your Interactive PDF

Create and download your interactive PDF form.

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What Is PDF Form Creator?

The PDF Form Creator lets you build interactive PDF forms from scratch. Add text fields, checkboxes, and dropdown menus, positioning each precisely on the page. Set field names, dimensions, and for dropdowns, define the available options. Choose between A4 and Letter page sizes. Labels are automatically rendered above each field. The generated PDF is fully interactive and can be filled using any PDF reader or the PDF Form Filler tool. Perfect for creating custom forms, surveys, and data collection documents.

Why Use PDF Form Creator?

  • Create text, checkbox, and dropdown fields
  • Precise positioning with coordinates
  • Auto-generated field labels
  • Compatible with all PDF readers

Common Use Cases

Custom Forms

Build tailored forms for your business needs.

Surveys

Create fillable survey documents.

Data Collection

Design structured data entry forms.

Templates

Create reusable form templates for recurring needs.

Technical Guide

Uses pdf-lib to create a new PDFDocument with an interactive AcroForm. Creates form fields using createTextField, createCheckBox, or createDropdown methods. Each field is added to the page with specified coordinates (x, y, width, height). Labels are drawn as text above each field. Dropdown options are set using addOptions. The form is saved as a standard PDF with editable fields compatible with Adobe Reader, Preview, and other PDF viewers.

Tips & Best Practices

  • 1
    Use descriptive field names for easy identification
  • 2
    Position fields using point coordinates (72pt = 1 inch)
  • 3
    A4 page is 595 x 842 pt, Letter is 612 x 792 pt
  • 4
    Test your form in a PDF reader after creation

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q Can I create multi-page forms?
Currently creates single-page forms. For multi-page, create separately and merge.
Q Are the forms editable in Adobe Reader?
Yes, all standard PDF readers support the generated form fields.
Q Can I add images to the form?
This tool focuses on form fields. Use PDF Cover Page for visual elements.
Q How do I position fields?
Use X/Y coordinates in points. Origin (0,0) is the bottom-left corner.
Q Can I edit a form after creation?
Generate a new form or use PDF Form Filler to populate existing fields.

About This Tool

PDF Form Creator is a free online tool by FreeToolkit.ai. All processing happens directly in your browser — your data never leaves your device. No registration or installation required.