Insert Object into Protected Word Document

by Jennifer R
(San Antonio, TX, USA)

I have a document that was created using tables and inserting legacy forms, specifically text form fields for the end user to fill out. I set specific requirements for each text form field to limit the length of each response. I then protected the document to make it more like a form for users to fill out without editing the overall appearance. The problem occurs when I get to a section for special Instructions where the end user may attach a file to the form. When I have the document protected it won't let the user insert an object into the document. How can I allow the end user to insert an object (file) to the form while it is protected?

I have the file protected by going to the Developer tab, selecting Protect Document, un-checking Limit formatting to a selection of styles, checking Allow only this type of editing in the document: Filling in Forms.

I have tried to insert other legacy fields into the table cell where I want the end user to insert the object but none of them have worked.

Any suggestions will be greatly welcomed and thank you for your time!!!!

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