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Auto-initials

Written by Thandolwethu Mbatha

Auto-initials save time and streamline document signing by automatically placing initial fields across pages or documents within a Document Pack. Signers can initial once and have it appear in all required locations, while still reviewing every field before finalising.

Requirements

  • Supported document formats: PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

  • Document contains pages where initials are required

  • Signers must be assigned to the initial fields

Instructions

  1. Insert initial fields on the first page

    • Add an Initial field where each signer needs to initial.

    • Assign each field to the correct signer.

    • For multiple signers, place separate initial fields for each signer.
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  2. Repeat across pages

    • On the field menu, select Repeat across pages to replicate the initial block in the same position on all subsequent pages.

    • Scroll through the document to ensure the field does not cover any text.
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  3. Enable single-click initials/signatures for signers

    • Open Document Settings.

    • Tick Signers can click once to insert initials/signatures on all pages.

    • This allows signers to initial once instead of clicking on every page.


Expected Outcome

Initial fields are automatically applied across all pages or documents in a pack. Signers can initial once, and the initials populate in all assigned locations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency while maintaining visibility of every field before finalisation.

FAQs

Can multiple signers use Auto-initials on the same document?
Yes. Each signer should have their own initial field assigned on the first page.
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Will the initials overwrite existing text?
No. You should check the field placement when repeating across pages to ensure it does not cover any content. The following warning message will appear:


​Does Auto-initial work across multiple documents in a pack?
Yes. Initials can carry across all documents in a Document Pack if the fields are set up accordingly.

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