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Unlike its predecessor, Adobe Acrobat Reader DC contains a number of really impressive improvements and its functionality has really increased. Without the need to purchase expensive PDF reader software, this application can do a number of thing like: comment PDF files, fill and sign, edit PDF documents, export and create other files, combine multiple PDF files into one and even add protection.
The user interface of Adobe Acrobat Reader DC is really modern and uses large fonts to make navigation simple. The layout of the program can be customized and certain elements like sidebars and ribbons can be hidden if desired.
As the original PDF reader, Adobe's product also has full support for all types of PDF files, old and new. Printing documents is fully supported and output from the printer can be configured in size, format and scaling.
In conclusion, Adobe Acrobat Reader DC is a very functional and feature-filled PDF reader which has finally added the tools and options that many users have been asking for for years. Top notch.
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC on 32-bit and 64-bit PCs
This download is licensed as freeware for the Windows (32-bit and 64-bit) operating system on a laptop or desktop PC from pdf software without restrictions. Adobe Acrobat Reader DC DC DC 2020.013.20066 is available to all software users as a free download for Windows 10 PCs but also without a hitch on Windows 7 and Windows 8.
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Changes to Adobe Acrobat Pro DC Licensing
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The Adobe Acrobat Pro DC licensing model has changed to a subscription-based model, which means University of Waterloo departments/units will now have to purchase a subscription for Acrobat Pro DC. Please review the Campus Adobe Options.
Do I still need Adobe Acrobat Pro DC?
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Many commonly used features of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC are available in other applications Waterloo employees already have access to (e.g. Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader DC). Alternate, less expensive applications may also be available for purchase. Please see the list of alternatives below.
You may still require Adobe Acrobat Pro DC, if you:
create and/or edit fillable PDF forms
make remediations for accessibility (i.e. adjust tags or reading order)
need to edit content directly in a PDF document (Note: edits can be made to some files using Microsoft Word)
Alternatives to Acrobat Pro DC
Requirement
Alternative
Instruction
Creating PDF documents
Microsoft Office
Create your file in a Microsoft Office program (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and then save the file as a PDF.
Save a copy of your file as the appropriate Microsoft Office file type (e.g. .docx, .xlsx, .pptx) as it will be useful when you need to edit your PDF in the future.
Microsoft Photos
Windows 10 has added the ability to convert an image file to PDF via its default photo viewing app.
The 'Microsoft Print to PDF' feature allows you to print to PDFs natively.
Editing content in PDF documents
Microsoft Office (with original file)
If you have the original Microsoft Office file, open the file in the appropriate Microsoft Office program, make your changes, and then save the file as a PDF again.
Microsoft Office (without original file)
Open the PDF in Word, make your changes, and then save the file as a PDF again.
Works best for files that are short, mostly text, with simple layouts.
You will need to re-apply heading styles, re-add alt text to your images and tables, and re-set the header row(s) for your tables.
You may need to reformat other aspects of your file as well; the more complex the file, the more reformatting you will need to do.
Adobe Acrobat Export PDF(purchase required)
An Adobe Acrobat Export PDF subscription will grant you access to the Export PDF tool in Adobe Acrobat Reader DC and your browser through Adobe's Document Cloud.
Export the PDF file to Word or Excel, make your changes and save the file as a PDF again.
Exporting a PDF produces a Word document that retains more formatting than simply opening the PDF in Word.
This is a better option for files that are long or complex, of if you have many PDFs to edit.
You will need to re-apply heading styles, re-add alt text to your images and tables, and re-set the header row(s) for your tables.
You may need to reformat other aspects of your file as well; the more complex the file, the more reformatting you will need to do.
Adding comments and marking up text in PDF documents
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC
To add comments to a PDF, use the annotation and drawing markup tools. You can also add sticky notes, text notes, text boxes, callouts, various shapes and free-form drawings.
To mark up text in a PDF, use the text editing tools. You can highlight text, underline text and strikethrough text, as well as indicate text to be inserted or replaced.
Filling and signing PDF forms
Adobe Acrobat Reader DC
All supported versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader DC allow you to fill, sign and save PDF forms. This functionality was added to Adobe Reader XI.
Fillable/interactive forms
Contain fields that are easy to fill in with text, select, or pick from a set of options.
Simply click on the fields to fill in interactive forms.
For these forms, the Fill & Sign tool displays only the Sign option.
Flat/static forms
Do not have interactive fields you can fill in.
You can use the Fill & Sign tool to fill out your PDF form electronically, instead of printing and filling out these forms by hand.
The Fill & Sign tool lets you manually add text, select an option by adding a cross mark, checkmark or dot, and annotate the form with a circle or line.
Signing and initialing forms
For fillable and flatforms, you can type, draw or insert an image of your handwritten signature or initials.
Use the Fill & Sign tool to sign or initial your form.
Deleting a page from a PDF document
PDF Architect (free version)
Use the Delete tool to remove the desired page(s). For instructions:
Open the PDF Architect User Guide
Navigate to Edit Module and Insert Module > Page Modify > Delete
Rearranging pages in a PDF document
PDF Architect (free version)
Use the Move tool to rearrange the pages. For instructions:
Open the PDF Architect User Guide
Navigate to Edit Module and Insert Module > Page Modify > Move
Combining multiple PDF documents into a single PDF document
PDF Architect (free version)
Log in to gain access to the Create module.
Select the 'File' tab.
Click ‘Sign up with Microsoft’ button.
Log in using your University of Waterloo Office 365 account (e.g. userid@uwaterloo.ca).
Use the Merge Files tool to combine the multiple PDF documents into a single PDF. For instructions:
Open the PDF Architect User Guide
Navigate to Create Module > Merge Files
Replacing a signature page in a PDF document
PDF Architect (free version)
Log in to gain access to the Create module.
Select the 'File' tab.
Click ‘Sign up with Microsoft’ button.
Log in using your University of Waterloo Office 365 account (e.g. userid@uwaterloo.ca).
Use the Delete tool to remove the blank signature page from the original PDF document. For instructions:
Open the PDF Architect User Guide
Navigate to Edit Module and Insert Module > Page Modify > Delete
Use the Merge Files tool to combine the open PDF document with the signed page (PDF or image file). For instructions:
Open the PDF Architect User Guide
Navigate to Create Module > Merge Files
If necessary, use the Move tool to place the signed page in the correct location. For instructions:
Open the PDF Architect User Guide
Navigate to Edit Module and Insert Module > Page Modify > Move
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