Adobe Reader Windows Installation Instructions

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Sept 02, 2021
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Instructions

SU-Owned Device Instructions:

  1. If you’re computer is off-campus, ensure you are connected to the VPN using GlobalProtect.

    1. Need help with GlobalProtect? Contact the Service Desk at (206) 296-5571 or submit a ticket.

  2. Open the Software Center app on your computer by clicking the Search icon in the bottom left of your screen and typing in Software Center.

  3. Once the app is open, click Adobe Acrobat Reader.

  4. Click the red Install button to begin the installation.

When installation is complete, if you find that PDFs are not opening automatically in Adobe, see this article for steps on how to set Adobe Acrobat Reader as your default PDF opener.

Personal-Owned Device Instructions:

  1. Visit the Adobe Reader website.

  2. Click on ‘Download Reader’

  3. On the next screen, ensure you uncheck all the options on the left of the page under ‘Optional Offers’, then click Download Acrobat Reader.

    4. The download for the Acrobat Reader software will begin. Once the download is complete, open the downloaded file and follow the steps to complete the installation.

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