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Re: Version Check - Adobe LiveCycle

Object.defineProperty is a big one for our PDFs. Can't extend the Object class with custom methods that are non-enumerable.

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When attaching PDFs to a PDF, why does Acrobat/Reader open them in hidden mode? - Adobe LiveCycle

Hello all!I've always noticed that when an XFA PDF is being attached to an XFA PDF using the paperclip/app.execMenuItem("AddFileAttachment") method, Acrobat/Reader opens each PDF (in silent/hidden mode) after they are attached.I know this because in my console, all my pre-rendering scripts are fired for each PDF that is attached. Does anyone have any insight as to why Adobe does this (security reasons perhaps)?And of course the 64 thousand dollar question, can this be disabled? When adding many ...

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Re: Acrobat Reader DC doesnt call functions stored in script object. - Adobe LiveCycle

I just tested my forms on Reader DC the other day and it called the functions in the script objects fine. Make sure there aren't any syntax errors in the script object. Some versions of Reader are more lax than others. Even the Check syntax button in Designer doesn't always highlight the error.Kyle

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Re: Data extraction from a set of text fields and more than one document - Adobe LiveCycle

You can make a PDF in Designer to iterate through its document attachments to extract the data you need.Create a table with a repeatable row and button with code like this:var doc = event.target;for (var a=0;a

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Re: Can I stop a user from using File>SaveAs? - Adobe LiveCycle

Although you can't prevent the user from using File>SaveAs, you can always put a popup warning in the preSave event letting them know they should use your button. In the button you can set a variable that tells the preSave code that the user pressed the button as not to show the warning.Kyle

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Re: In Livecycle, How do I hide the first five numbers in a SSN and make the last 4 visible using JS, jquery, or just Livecyle? - Adobe LiveCycle

Try this:1) Create a hidden field ("hiddenField") to store the SSN value2) In your SSN input field under the enter event (JavaScript) put: this.rawValue=hiddenField.rawValue;3) In the same field under the exit event put:hiddenField.rawValue=this.rawValue;this.rawValue="*";for (var i=0;ii+4) this.rawValue+="*"; else this.rawValue+=hiddenField.rawValue.substr(i,1);}Kyle

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Re: Form flow in adobe livecycle designer - Adobe LiveCycle

Make sure the PDF is saved as a dynamic PDF. Also make sure the field is set to Expand to fit in the layout palette (if by flow you mean have the field expand to accommodate more text). Kyle

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Re: JavaScript Console Problem (only in LS preview mode) - Adobe LiveCycle

Restarting my computer several times seams to have done the trick. Weird though.Kyle

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Re: JavaScript Console Problem (only in LS preview mode) - Adobe LiveCycle

Now the same thing is happening to me...Kyle

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Re: hyperlinks in a pop message - Adobe LiveCycle

Hi Bruce,I didn't even know about the link_text element type. How did you find out about that? Is there a Acrobat 11 JS API reference out there I don't know about?Thanks!Kyle

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Re: Copy and paste multiple excel rowes into a fillable PDF all at once - Adobe LiveCycle

The only form of data Dynamic XFA forms can import/export through the UI is XML.You have to create an XML schema and map it to both the Excel spreadsheet and your PDF through Designer. You don't have to change the look of your company's form but you do have to break it open to map to the schema.Kyle

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Re: Predicates - Adobe LiveCycle

Maybe instead, if you want to send me an example of what you require I can try to send you a predicate that will work for you.Kyle

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Re: LiveCycle: Link or Button to Open Attachment? - Adobe LiveCycle

As per what Bruce said in that thread, use the following in the click event of your button:event.target.exportDataObject({ cName: "Tips.pdf", nLaunch: 2 });where "Tips.pdf" is the file name of your PDF attachment. Kyle

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Re: Re: e-mail button changes email address when submitting - Adobe LiveCycle

OK, here is a sure way of getting it to work with the Reader email UI:1) In your form open up the XML Source tab View>XML Source2) Go to Edit>Replace (Ctrl+H)3) Find What: tamara@psychologistsassociationa.ab.ca Replace With: tamara@psychologistsassociation.ab.ca4) Replace AllKyle

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Re: Re: e-mail button changes email address when submitting - Adobe LiveCycle

You can have Reader send the form right to the user's email client. Create a new regular button and in the click event put:var oDoc = event.target;oDoc.mailDoc({bUI: true,cTo: "tamara@psychologistsassociation.ab.ca",cSubject: "Submitting Completed Forms",cMsg: "Instructions to add this form to a response file:\n1. Double-click the attachment.\n2. Acrobat will prompt you to select a response file."});Kyle

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Re: e-mail button changes email address when submitting - Adobe LiveCycle

Hi Tamara,It seams to be a glitch with your version of LiveCycle Designer. It should work if you manually change the auto-generated script instead of using Designer's dialog. Here's how you can do that:1) Select your email submit button and open the Script Editor (Ctrl+Shift+F5)2) Make sure you select the 'click' event or 'Events with Scripts' filter at the top left of the script editor window next to 'Show:'3) Near the end of the script (line 57 and 59) you will see 'mailto:' followed by the fa...

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Re: e-mail button changes email address when submitting - Adobe LiveCycle

I can have a look if you want to upload your PDF here.Kyle

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Re: search functionality - Adobe LiveCycle

Bruce (BR001) has a really good example in his blog (full of other really good snippets too):Adobe LiveCycle Designer Cookbooks by BR001: Drop-Down List Control with auto-complete (Searchable Drop-Down List)Kyle

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Re: How to auto capitalize after a period in text field - Adobe LiveCycle

Try putting the following in the exit event of your text field:this.rawValue=this.rawValue.replace(/(^\w{1}|\.\s*\w{1})/gi, function(a){return a.toUpperCase();});Kyle

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Re: issues adding multiple items to a drop down list - Adobe LiveCycle

Is the spreadsheet software you're using Excel?Kyle

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Re: Paragraph construction with fillable fields - Adobe LiveCycle

You can create text objects and fields and wrap them in a Flowed subform and set the Flow direction to Western Text. Also to collapse to fit you would have to put code in the exit event of your field: this.minH=".05in" or any low value measurement. Also, if there are some text objects you want to keep with fields, you can turn the text object into the caption of the field. In your example I would make 'your' the caption of your second field.Here is a working PDF of what you're trying to achieve....

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Deflate Algorithm Script - Adobe LiveCycle

Hello all,I am wondering if anyone here has attempted using a deflate algorithm in Designer. I am trying to extract XML from a PDF attachment without using openDataObject and that is the only missing piece of the puzzle.Currently I am trying to implement pako.js but it is pushing my JavaScript ability to its limits.Any input would be greatly appreciated.Kyle

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Re: Why is XSLT required? - Adobe LiveCycle

I use XSLT to translate my forms. You can get Designer to create translation IDs associated with all your text objects and run the XDP file through an XSLT to get a list of all strings and their associated translations. You can then put it in Excel to have it translated. Once translated there's another XSLT you use with your original XDP. That way every time there's a coding or design change, you don't have to double your effort.Kyle

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Re: Get PDF Doc object from exportDataObject() method - Adobe LiveCycle

I found a way of opening attachments to a specific bookmark. It ain't pretty but it works. If anybody needs the script, let me know.Kyle

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Get PDF Doc object from exportDataObject() method - Adobe LiveCycle

Hello all,I've been attempting to write a function to open an attachment (Data Object), which is a PDF AND have the newly opened PDF go to a specified bookmark (which would be a parameter of the function). Now, I've written most of the function already except I need the Doc object of the PDF that was opened with the exportDataObject() method. Is there an easy way of doing this? It's too bad that the exportDataObject() method doesn't return the Doc of the PDF being opened. I'd rather not use the ...

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Re: com reference c# - Adobe LiveCycle

Is there a reason why you can't use the Action Wizard in Acrobat? Plus, I don't think there is a security setting that allows a user to open a PDF but doesn't allow them to save it.Kyle

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Re: com reference c# - Adobe LiveCycle

I've only ever needed two documents for Interapplication communication with Acrobat. I can't seam to find them online anymore so I posted them here and here.Kyle

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Re: QR Code multiline - Adobe LiveCycle

I use the same version of Designer you do. It could be your QR code reader. Try using another one and see if it works. I'm using Barcode Scanners for iPhone.Kyle

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Re: QR Code multiline - Adobe LiveCycle

Instead of "\n" use "\x0D".Kyle

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Re: Question on validation - Adobe LiveCycle

The best way to handle your situation is to store the value of your field in a variable when the user enters the field (ie before they change the value of the field).For instance, say your variable is 'storeValue', you would put in the enter event of your field, storeValue.value=this.rawValue.If your validation fails, you would script this.rawValue=storeValue.value;There are other scripting methods for undoing events that are more complex but can go a long way. Here is one by John Brinkman: http...

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