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Chapter 7 – Data Import & ExportData in PDFs can be imported and exported to FDF files. FDF, namely Forms Data Format, a fileformat used for interactive form data, is used when submitting form data to a server, receivingthe response, and incorporating it into the interactive form. It can also be used to export formdata to stand-alone files that can be stored, transmitted electronically, and imported back intothe corresponding PDF interactive form. In addition, FDF can be used to define a container forannotations that are separate from the PDF document to which they apply. Or sometimes, whenyou have to send a PDF file to others but do not want them to see your comments and form data,you may export all the data with this function, clear the file and send it to others. In this way, allthe data you added can be removed.There are two kinds of data that can be imported and exported: comment data and form data.You can also send the comment data or form data as FDF file to your clients or friends. The FDFdoes not only save all the data contents of the PDF documents, but also remembers their specificpositions and status in the files.Importing & Exporting Comments DataThis feature is especially useful for PDF reviewing. When you receive an email invitation to a PDFreview, the invitation typically includes the PDF as an attachment or provides a URL to the PDF.Alternatively, you may receive a Form Data Format (FDF) attachment. When opened, an FDF fileconfigures your review settings and opens the PDF in a web browser. At this moment, you needto know how to import the comment data from the FDF file. Similarly, you may export commentdata and send them as a FDF file to the other participants.Importing Comments DataDo one of the following:Double-click a FDF file to open it directly with Foxit Reader. Choose Comment > Import tool in Manage Comments ribbon > navigate to where thedesired FDF file is, select it, and press “Open”. You will be prompted that the commentsdata has been imported successfully.Exporting Comments DataTo export comments data, please do one of the following;117