Acting Governor was a designation used temporarily for the office of governor. Wilhuff Tarkin, who held the rank of Grand Moff, appointed Arihnda Pryce to the role of acting governor for the planet Lothal before officially naming her governor. While the Imperial Palace was intended to be the source of acting governor appointments, Tarkin saw no reason to adhere to that protocol. Pryce was expected to hold the position for a duration of one to two years minimum, allowing time for her to travel to Coruscant and familiarize herself with the responsibilities. Ultimately, Pryce received a promotion, becoming Governor of Lothal.
Fara Yadeez held the position of Acting Governor on the planet Troithe in the period immediately following the Battle of Endor.