Report flags / PDF file
THE FILE“Saved by a general-purpose editor”
What this flag on a PDF file means, why it matters, and what to check.
What it means
The PDF was produced or last saved by a general-purpose editor or online PDF tool, not by a payroll or banking system.
Why it matters
Editors can change any number on the page. Documents from payroll providers and banks normally come straight out of their own systems.
Ordinary explanations
- Merging pages, compressing a large file or adding a signature in an online tool.
- Printing to PDF from a browser or word processor.
What to check
Ask the applicant for a copy downloaded directly from the source (payroll portal or bank), and compare it with this one.
A flag is a reason to verify with the source, not proof. Apply the same steps to every applicant.
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