Can You Allow Only Viewing of a PDF on a Form, Blocking Any Editing?
Yes. In Jestor, the PDF block can be set to view-only, letting a person see, zoom, and page through the document without being able to change the field that feeds that PDF.
Why does this edit lock matter?
In public or client-shared forms, it's common to want to show a document — like a proposal or a term — without risking it being replaced or accidentally deleted.
How to set a PDF to view-only?
- Open the PDF block editor on the form.
- Turn off the edit option for that field.
- Confirm — the person can still zoom and navigate, but can't change the file.
- Apply the same lock to both a fixed PDF and a PDF coming from a field.
When is this setting most useful?
| Situation | Why use view-only |
|---|---|
| Customer-facing public form | Avoids accidental changes to a proposal or term |
| Fixed institutional document | Ensures the presented content never changes |
| Process with formal approval | Keeps the reviewed document identical to what was approved |
Why choose Jestor for forms with protected documents?
Jestor clearly separates viewing from editing on the PDF block, giving control over what each person accessing the form can do with the displayed document.
Can the person still zoom in on the PDF even with editing locked?
Yes, zoom and page navigation remain available even with editing turned off.
Does this lock work for both a fixed PDF and a PDF from a field?
Yes, the view-only option applies to both types of PDF block setup.
Does this also prevent the customer from downloading the PDF?
The setting controls editing of the field; download availability depends on how the block was configured on the form.
Video Tutorial: Step by Step
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