Adobe Acrobat Reader

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Last updated: Sept 23, 2024 by Christine Sandella
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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.

  1. Click the Start Icon



  2. Adobe Acrobat Reader will appear in your list of applications. Or, you can search for “Reader” using the search bar. Then, click open.

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  3. 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.

Note: If the program is not installed, or you are using a University-issued computer, then Acrobat Reader may be installed directly for free.

Acrobat Reader Tools and Updates

To access the Tools menu in Adobe Acrobat Reader, click on “See all tools” on your Adobe Reader homepage. Note, you may need to sign in using your Seton Hall credentials.

To check for updates, click Menu to open the dropdown, then click Help > 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.