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If you are on a Windows computer, see Install an older version of Adobe Reader | Windows.
I just installed (or rather, updated to) Adobe Reader 10.1.7 on my MacAir (with Mac OS X version 10.7.5). The reader no longer opens some pdfs. Announcement for those of you using Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard) and 10.7 (Lion): Acrobat and Reader will be ending support for these operating systems after the next quarterly update, expected in.
Installing Adobe Reader is a two-step process. First you download the installation package, and then you install Adobe Reader from that package file.
Before you install, make sure that your system meets the minimum system requirements.
- Note:If you're running Mac OS X 10.9 or later, install the latest version of Reader. For step-by-step instructions, see Install Adobe Acrobat Reader DC on Mac OS.
- Select your operating system, a language, and the version of Reader that you want to install. Then click Download now.
- When asked whether to open or save the .dmg file, select Save File, and then click OK.Important: If you do not see this dialog box, another window could be blocking it. Try moving any other windows out of the way.
- Double-click the .dmg file. If you don't see the Downloads window, choose Tools > Downloads.
- If the download package doesn't appear in the Downloads window and a Thank You screen remains visible, click the download link on the Thank You screen.
- Double-click the Adobe Reader [version] Installer.pkg to start the installation.
- If a dialog box appears telling you to quit Reader, close Reader, and then click OK.
- When the Install Adobe Reader dialog box appears, click Continue. Follow the onscreen instructions to install Reader.
- Note:If you're running Mac OS X 10.9 or later, install the latest version of Reader. For step-by-step instructions, see Install Adobe Acrobat Reader DC on Mac OS.
- Select your operating system, a language, and the version of Reader that you want to install. Then click Download now.
- If a dialog box appears telling you to quit Reader, close Reader, and then click OK.
- When the Install Adobe Reader [version] dialog box appears, click Continue. Follow the onscreen instructions to install Reader.
- When the Install Succeeded window appears, click Close.
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To see if other users are experiencing similar download and installation problems, visit the Acrobat Reader forum, or the Deployment & Installation forum on AcrobatUsers.com. Try posting your problem on the forums for interactive troubleshooting. When posting on forums, include your operating system and product version number.
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The trial version includes the latest desktop features of Acrobat Pro DC, plus Document Cloud services that help you take advantage of advanced mobile and online features. You can convert documents into PDFs and export them as editable Microsoft Office files from your mobile device or browser. Edit text and images on an iPad or Android tablet device and fill, sign, and send forms with smart auto-fill. Plus, get signatures from others, track and manage responses, and store and share files online.
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After clicking “Get started” from this web page, you will be asked to provide your email address. If you already have an Adobe ID you’ll be asked to sign in. Otherwise follow steps to start your free trial.
The trial period begins on the day you sign up and continues for 7 consecutive days. On the 8th day, payment will be collected unless you cancel prior. When the trial expires, you can still use Acrobat to view PDFs, comment and fill forms. To access all the features again, you will need to purchase Acrobat.
I have an older version of Acrobat installed on my computer. What will happen to it if I install the trial version of Acrobat Pro DC?
Installation of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC trial by default uninstalls any earlier version of Adobe Acrobat on Windows devices. If you choose to retain the existing Acrobat XI on your machine, you need to change the default by unchecking the “Remove earlier version” option in Acrobat downloader UI. If you have uninstalled the previous version, then you can reinstall it when you are finished with the trial. Make sure you have your original serial number and installation disks.
Yes, this trial is available for both Windows and Mac OS.
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Can I continue to use Adobe Acrobat Reader during my Acrobat Pro trial period?
Acrobat Pro DC will be set as your default PDF viewer, but you can reset Reader as the default by opening Reader DC application and going to Edit > Preferences > General. Click on the Select As Default PDF Handler button and follow the on-screen instructions.
Windows: To uninstall your trial version on a Windows device, close any open Adobe software on your computer, open the Windows Control Panel and double-click Programs and Features. Click on Acrobat Pro DC, and select “Uninstall” from the menu.
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Mac OS: To remove the trial on a Mac, use the Acrobat Uninstaller in the /Applications/Adobe Acrobat Pro DC folder.