Adobe Acrobat Reader

Adobe Acrobat Reader is the University’s PDF software solution and is available on all University laptops and computers. Adobe Reader allows users to view, print, and share comments within a PDF. Reader also provides the ability to fill and sign a PDF document.

Access Adobe Acrobat Reader

If you are on a University managed laptop or computer, Adobe Acrobat Reader can be accessed within your programs folder.

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2. Adobe Acrobat Reader will appear in your list of applications. If you do not see if, search for “Reader” using the search bar or by clicking “All Apps”.
   
   

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3. If the program is not installed, or you are using a computer not issued by the University, Acrobat Reader may be installed directly from Adobe for free.

4. Adobe Acrobat Reader can be used to view, print, and share comments within a PDF. If users need more robust editing features for PDF files, you may request access to Adobe Acrobat Pro.

Acrobat Reader Tools and Updates

To access the Tools menu in Adobe Acrobat Reader, click on the Tools tab next to the Home Tab.

To check for updates, click on the Help tab in the top toolbar, and select Check for Updates.

Set Adobe Acrobat Reader As Your Default PDF Viewer

1. Locate any PDF file on your computer and right click it.

2. Select Properties, then click on the Change icon.

3. Choose Adobe Acrobat Reader as your default app for pdf files.

4. Click Set Default, then Apply, then OK.