# PDF Checklist Form

Generate printable checklist/task form PDF with pseudo checkboxes and text

> Canonical page: https://elysiatools.com/en/tools/pdf-checklist-form

- **Category:** Document Tools

- **Keywords:** pdf, checklist, task list, checkbox, form, puppeteer

## Overview

Create a clean checklist PDF from text or JSON items.

**Features:**
- Pseudo checkboxes (checked/unchecked)
- Supports line-based and JSON-based item input
- Optional index numbers and 1-2 column layout

## Inputs

- **Title** (text): Checklist Form
- **Subtitle** (text): Task / inspection checklist
- **Checklist Items** (textarea): One line per item, optionally use \[x\] prefix. Or pass JSON array \[{"text":"...","checked":true}\]
- **Checked Indexes** (text): 1,3,5
- **Columns** (select)
- **Show Index** (checkbox)
- **Show Footer** (checkbox)
- **Page Size** (select)
- **Landscape** (checkbox)
- **Print Background** (checkbox)
- **Wait Until** (select)
- **Extra Wait Time (ms)** (number)

## When to use

- When you need to create a physical inspection or audit form for field work.
- When you want to convert a digital list of tasks into a structured, printable document.
- When you need to standardize task tracking across a team using consistent, formatted checklists.

## How it works

- Enter your checklist title and subtitle to define the document header.
- Input your items line-by-line or as a JSON array, using \[x\] to mark items as checked.
- Select your preferred layout, such as column count or page size, and generate the PDF.
- Download your formatted checklist, ready for printing or digital distribution.

## Use cases

- Creating daily site inspection forms for construction or facility management.
- Generating standardized onboarding checklists for new employees.
- Producing printable inventory audit sheets for warehouse management.

## Frequently asked questions

### Can I pre-check items in the PDF?

Yes, you can use the [x] prefix in your text input or set the 'checked' property to true in your JSON input to mark items as completed.

### Does the tool support multi-column layouts?

Yes, you can choose between a 1-column or 2-column layout to optimize space on your page.

### Can I add index numbers to my list?

Yes, enable the 'Show Index' option to automatically number your checklist items.

### What page sizes are supported?

The tool supports A4, Letter, and Legal page sizes, with options for portrait or landscape orientation.

### Is the output file printable?

Yes, the generated PDF is optimized for standard printers and includes a footer option for professional documentation.

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