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Learn Acrobat XI
Learn all about how to create, edit, and build the best and most robust PDF documents with Adobe Acrobat XI.
Created byLori Kassuba
Last updated 9/2014
English
What you'll learn
- Learn the best way to create PDF files for use on many different types of devices including mobile.
- Learn how to enhance your PDF files with interactive elements such as bookmarks, links, and multimedia.
- Learn how to improve your business workflow through the use of commenting, security, and electronic signatures.
- Learn how to build interactive forms and easily gather the responses.
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Course content
17 sections • 78 lectures • 9h 54m total length
- Welcome2:17
- Exercise Files to Download0:05
- What’s New in Acrobat XI? 7:25In this session, we'll specifically review what has changed between Acrobat X and XI.
- Using the Workspace8:25This session focuses on the main elements of the Acrobat XI workspace, which is useful for those individuals that are new to Acrobat XI or upgrading from version 9 or earlier. Detail on how run Acrobat XI on a touch device like an iPad using an app running off a Citrix Server is also included.
- Navigating PDF Files6:51This session focuses on the tools and techniques to help you effectively navigate within various types of PDF documents including oversized files and engineering drawings.
- Customizing the Toolbars and Panels6:55Learn how to customize the commands that appear in the Toolbars and Panels in Acrobat XI to reduce the number of steps it takes to perform various tasks.
- Using Read Mode/Read Out Loud7:31In this session you'll learn how to improve the everyday reading experience if a PDF file using Reader Mode in Acrobat, Adobe Reader, or a web browser. You'll also learn how to have the contents of your PDF file read out loud, which is very beneficial for the visually impaired.
- Using Keyboard Shortcuts 4:30
Sometimes you may find it easier to use keyboard commands rather than the mouse in Acrobat. This session focuses on keyboard shortcuts or keystrokes for selecting tools, working with comments, and navigating within a PDF or the panes and panels.Specific settings for accessibility are also covered.
- Preferences3:08In this session we’ll focus on some of the preferences that are new in Acrobat XI, which incude email accounts, touch devices, online accounts, the default PDF application that launches when you click on a PDF file to open it, and application security.
- Getting Started Quiz
- Searching PDF Files5:35This session explores Acrobat's vast capability to search across one or more PDF files on your computer system or network.
- Copying and Pasting Text and Graphics8:43This session offers a detailed explanation of how to use the copy and paste tools in Acrobat, including the new ability to copy and paste graphics within the same document.
- Working with Document Properties8:14
This session explores how to gain valuable insight about your PDF document and how to make sure the PDF file has been set up for Search Engine Optimization (SEO) if you're posting it to the web.
- Comparing Documents7:23This session reviews an invaluable feature in Acrobat that allows you to compare two versions of the same document by detailing even the smallest pixels changes in your graphics.Note that this feature is only available when using the Professional version of Acrobat.
- Using Files with SharePoint or Office 3656:33In this session you'll learn how easy it is to work with files in SharePoint or Office 365 workspaces. Whether you're using the Windows or Mac version of Acrobat, you'll be able to access your files from any Open or Save dialog.
- Sending PDF Files through Email 6:07This session details how to send PDF attachments through webmail, which is new to Acrobat XI and works in both the Windows and Mac environment.
- Using Files with Acrobat.com8:04In this session, you'll learn about the new Acrobat.com online service that you can access directly from within the Acrobat XI open and save dialogs, as well as the toolbar. This new service allows you to store and access files from multiple types of devices like an iPad, iPhone, Android tablet or phone.
- Working in PDF File Quiz
- Creating PDF Files from within Acrobat 6:40Learn about the various ways to create a PDF files directly from within Acrobat including the new ability to open Microsoft Office files on the Mac platform. Creating content directly from the clipboard, blank pages, and batch file conversion is also discussed.
- Creating and Combining New Files 8:05Learn how to create, combine, and rearrange multiple types of files into a single PDF file or PDF portfolio in one simple step, eliminating the need to rework your PDF document after it has been created.
- Creating PDF Files from Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (Windows)12:27Learn about the robust capability of the PDFMaker Add-ons for Word, PowerPoint, and Excel including the ability to create tagged PDF files for accessibility and reflow on mobile devices. This feature is only available for the Windows version of Acrobat.
- Creating PDF Files from Microsoft Outlook (WIndows)5:51In this session, we'll review the PDFMaker Add-on for Microsoft Outlook that allows you to convert your email messages into a single PDF file or PDF Portfolio. You can also set up an automated archive that will convert your email messages to PDF at specified intervals. This feature is only available for the Windows version of Acrobat.
- Creating PDF Files from Web Pages6:40This session reviews how to convert a website or webpage into a PDF file using either Acrobat or the PDFMaker Add-on found within Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Chrome on Windows. Converting text files to PDF documents will be covered as well.
- Creating PDF Files from any Application5:12Learn how you can create a PDF document from any software application that can print either on the Windows or Mac platform.
- Creating PDF Files for Mobile Devices7:52Learn about the various techniques that you can use to improve the reading experience of PDF files on mobile devices. Many of these techniques require the Professional version of Acrobat.
- Creating Standards-Compliant PDF Files7:57In this session, you'll learn about the numerous ways to create standards-complaint PDF files using Acrobat and the PDFMaker Add-ons for Microsoft Office and AutoCAD. Many of these techniques require the use of Acrobat Pro.
- Creating PDF Files Quiz
- Editing Text in a PDF File8:24In this session, you'll learn how to edit text in a PDF file using either Acrobat XI Std or Pro. We'll also review limitations you might encounter during the text editing process. Editing text in a PDF file that has been scanned will be covered during the Scanning and OCR sessions.
- Editing Graphics in a PDF File9:19In this session we'll discuss how to use the new Content Editing panel to edit both image and vector-based graphics in a PDF file. This capability is available using either Acrobat XI Std. or Pro.
- Editing PDF Files Quiz
- Converting PDF Files to Word Documents9:19In this session, we'll cover how to convert your PDF file into an editable Word document that retains graphics, text formatting, table of contents, headers and footers, tables, and autonumbering. Converting scanned PDF content to Word is covered as well. Detail on how to convert just a portion of your PDF file or how to convert multiple files at the same time will also be reviewed.
Support for Windows Office 2016 and Mac Office 2016 (from within Acrobat only) was introduced in the 11.0.16 update. - Converting PDF Files to Excel Documents7:39
In this session we’ll discuss how to convert content from a PDF file back into Excel, including scanned PDF content. We'll also discuss tips on how to tag tabular content in Acrobat Pro. so that you can properly copy and paste it into Excel.
Support for Windows Office 2016 and Mac Office 2016 (from within Acrobat only) was introduced in the 11.0.16 update.
- Converting PDF Files to PowerPoint Documents 4:21
In this session we'll discuss how to convert PDF documents to editable PowerPoint files with Acrobat XI Pro. This new feature converts background layouts, formatted text and tables, bulleted lists, speaker notes, and even transitions.
Support for Windows Office 2016 and Mac Office 2016 (from within Acrobat only) was introduced in the 11.0.16 update.
- Converting PDF Files to HTML 6:27In this session we’ll discuss how to convert a PDF file into an editable HTML file that maintains images, tables, hyperlinks, and table of contents.
- Extracting Graphics from a PDF File9:04In this session we’ll discuss how to convert an entire PDF page to an image file such as JPEG or TIFF or extract individual images on each page. We’ll also walk through how to convert individual vector graphics in a PDF to an image format. At the end, we’ll discuss how to do this in an automated fashion using the Pro. version of Acrobat.
- Converting PDF Files Quiz
- Scanning a Paper Document8:16In this session, we'll explore how to turn paper documents into PDF files by scanning them directly within Acrobat.
- Recognizing Text in a Scanned PDF File6:57
In this session, we'll discuss how you can change the text from a scanned page image into real text in your PDF document so that you can search for words, copy/paste text, or even redact the page content. We also review to recognize the text in multiple files all at one time.
- Correcting OCR Suspects 4:15
In this session we'll explore how to correct text in a scanned document that has been incorrectly converted or not recognized by Acrobat during the Text Recognition process.
- Editing a Scanned PDF File2:53In this session, we'll review the steps you need to take if you want to edit the text in your document that originated as a scanned image.
- Optimizing a Scanned PDF File8:17In this session, we'll review the various techniques you can use to improve the overall appearance of a scanned document in Acrobat. We'll also explore how you can optimize multiple files at the same time using an Action if you have the Professional version of Acrobat.
- Converting Scanned PDF Files to Word8:11In this session, we'll review how to convert a PDF document that originated as a scan back in to an editable MS Word file that retains text, tables, and graphics.
- Scanning and OCR Quiz
- Reorganizing Pages9:16In this session, we’ll focus on various techniques you can use to insert, delete, move, copy, extract, rotate, replace and split apart PDF pages.
- Numbering Pages10:00This session will focus on three different numbering techniques: header and footer numbering, numbers in the Page Navigation toolbar, and Bates numbering. Bates numbering requires the use of Acrobat Pro.
- Cropping Pages6:05This session explains how to remove or even add white space to a PDF file. You'll also learn how to crop and permanently delete content on a page. Portions of this session require the use of Acrobat Pro.
- Reducing PDF File Size 3:35This session covers various techniques that you can use to reduce the file size of one or more PDF documents.
- Optimizing a PDF File6:48This session reviews numerous techniques you can use to optimize and reduce your PDF file size using the Pro. version of Acrobat.
- Manipulating PDF Documents Quiz
- Working with Bookmarks11:58This session covers how to automatically create bookmarks in your PDF file using either Acrobat Std. or Pro. Earmarking a specific location and advanced techniques such as executing a menu command, opening another PDF document, and creating structured bookmarks is also covered.
- Working with Links11:39
In this session we’ll discuss how to automatically build links from URLs and manually create links that can open a PDF attachment or play a video using Acrobat Std. or Pro. The ability to insert video requires the Pro. version of Acrobat.
- Adding a Watermark or Background9:59
In this session we’ll discuss how to add watermarks and backgrounds to ad PDF document, which are a great way to indicate the status of a particular document like if the file is a draft or contains confidential information. In addition we'll review how to add a watermark or background to multiple PDF files automatically.
- Adding Headers and Footers8:31In this session we’ll discuss how to combine different types of documents into a single PDF file and apply consistent numbering across the pages - to provide uniformity to your content. We’ll also touch on what you can do if you need to add a graphic image to your header or footer.
- Working with Layers10:47
In this session we’ll discuss how to work with layers in a PDF document, including how to create a layered PDF from a file authored in AutoCad and then manipulate the layer visibility with an interactive link created in Acrobat. A few caveats about when it's not possible to create a new layer in a PDF document is also discussed at the end.
- Adding Sound, Video, SWF, or 3D Content10:40
In this session we’ll discuss how to add multimedia and 3D content to a PDF using Acrobat Pro., as well as how to set launch behaviors and other options that determine how the content appears and plays in the PDF document.
- Enhancing PDF Documents Quiz
- Creating a New Form9:09In this session, we'll discuss how to create a new form using Adobe FormsCentral, a companion app that is installed with Acrobat XI Pro.
- Creating a Form from an Existing File4:58In this session we'll discuss how to create a form from an existing document like a Word or Excel file, or even a paper document located on your scanner. Tips on what to do if you need to update the original Word or Excel file after placing form fields on your PDF document is covered as well.
- Adding and Editing Form Fields 14:21In this session we'll review all the different types of form fields you can add to a PDF document, techniques to facilitate the process, and specific properties that form fields can have.
- Distributing PDF Forms11:57In this session we'll discuss the three different methods you can use to distribute a PDF form - email, internal server, and FormsCentral. The FormsCentral option requires the Professional version of Acrobat XI and a subscription to the FormsCentral online service.
- Tracking and Managing Form Responses8:24In this session, we'll discuss how you can easily keep tabs on forms you've distributed, who you've sent them to, and the responses you've received. We'll specifically focus on forms that are distributed through email or an internal network folder or server.
- Collecting and Managing Responses using FormsCentral8:34In this session we'll review how you can collect and work with form responses that have been distributed using Adobe FormsCentral. You can also easily share your form data with others.
- Creating EchoSign Form Fields9:32In this session, we'll discuss how you can build EchoSign form fields into your PDF form in Acrobat, eliminating the need to perform this step within the EchoSign service.
- Working with PDF Forms Quiz
Requirements
- Acrobat XI Std. or Pro. software
- PC or Mac
Description
Learn Acrobat XI is comprehensive online training for Acrobat XI Std. or Pro. Learn how to create, edit, enhance, scan, convert to other formats, and build interactive forms, PDF Portfolios, mobile PDF files, or PDF files that are accessible those with disabilities. The sessions are organized and developed so you can begin at any point or topic in the course. Whether you’re new to Acrobat XI, upgrading, or simply looking to expand your current knowledge of Acrobat, these sessions explore the product in detail.
This course includes exercise files that you can follow along with as well as extras you won't find in other courses like watermark files, Actions, and fix ups that you can customize for use in your own projects.
This course includes exercise files that you can follow along with as well as extras you won't find in other courses like watermark files, Actions, and fix ups that you can customize for use in your own projects.
Who this course is for:
- Beginning users of Acrobat XI
- Intermediate users of Acrobat XI
- Users that are upgrading to Acrobat XI