Tip Sheet:
Signing Documents with an iPhone
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How do I know if I have an Android or Apple Smartphone?
If you have an iPhone, there will be an image of an apple at the back. The apple will look like this
If there is no image of an apple, you most likely have an Android phone.
Someone emailed me a document. How do I open my document in the Adobe Acrobat app?
1. Open the email with the document and Tap on the document.
2. Look for the share icon. This might be in the bottom left corner of the screen. The share icon could also be in the upper right corner of the screen depending on the mail app you are using.
3. You should see a menu at the bottom of your screen. The menu will have the option ‘import to acrobat.’ Depending on the mail app you are using, you might first have to tap on ‘share file via’ first. After, you tap on ‘share file via,’ the menu will appear at the bottom of your screen.
4. Scroll down the menu. Tap on the option that says ‘import to Acrobat.’ Then tap on ‘import to Acrobat’ again. Your document will open in Acrobat.
Can I delete my signature after I’ve added it to the document?
Yes! Tap on your signature and then tap on the trash can icon.
I’ve created a signature, but I don’t like it. Can I create a new one?
1. Yes! Tap on the button for signature.
2. Tap on the minus sign beside the signature you have already created. This will remove it so that you can create a new one.
Tips for Coping when Feeling Nervous or Frustrated
I’m nervous about signing my document. What should I do?
Feeling nervous can be a sign that you need practice to feel confident.
Practicing is the best way to help your brain remember these new skills!
Don’t be afraid of making mistakes. Making mistakes is how we learn.
I feel nervous about even trying this new skill. What can I do?
● Don’t let the fear of making mistakes stop you from trying. Smartphones are generally designed
to withstand mistakes you might make, and will not break if you do make a mistake.
● If your screen does freeze while you’re trying to use your smartphone, you can restart your
device. To learn how to restart your iPhone, click here: Restart your iPhone - Apple Support (CA).
To learn how to restart an Android phone, click here: How to Force Restart an Android Phone
When It’s Not Responding (howtogeek.com) and scroll to the section “Perform a Hard
Reset/Reboot.”
● Remember, practicing is the best way to help your brain remember these new skills!
This process is frustrating. How can I handle frustration?
Frustration will make it harder to problem solve. To reduce frustration and increase problem solving,
follow the steps below.
• Step 1: Pause.
• Step 2: Name what you’re feeling without judgement. Be sure to use the phrase “I am
feeling______.”
• Step 3: Take a 5-minute break, or a little longer if needed. You have the option to do something
to help you feel calm, such as doing some gentle stretches, listening to music, or breathing
deeply until you feel calm.
• You can also check out: The Guide to Mindfulness for Better Learning and/or the guide on
Changing Unhelpful Thoughts for Success while Learning. You can access them here: MTML -