Older Versions Of Adobe Acrobat
The newest version of Acrobat Reader released yesterday (2/13/18) broke an application that utilizes Acrobat Reader. I need to downgrade the program but earlier versions do not seem to be available. Adobes FTP site only has upgrade files and not full installs. I have tried Adobe Acrobat Reader DC and am not happy with the user interface and functionality. I would like to reinstall the older version. Adobe's web site indicates that installing the older version is possible, but whenever I proceed with the download it defaults to Acrobat Reader DC. Older Versions for Mac. Adobe Acrobat was the first software to support Adobe Systems' Portable Document Format (PDF). It is a family of software, some commercial and some free of charge. Adobe Reader (formerly called Acrobat Reader) is available as a no-charge download from Adobe's web site, and allows the viewing and printing of PDF files.
Both professionals and ordinary users need to deal with PDF files from time to time. The PDF format is exceptionally handy when it comes to sharing documents across different platforms. Once you convert your file to PDF, you can be sure that your receiver will be able to access its content, regardless of a PDF viewer he or she uses. But viewing PDFs’ content alone isn’t enough. Sometimes, you need to annotate the text or incorporate some amendments into document. That’s when things get more complicated, and that’s when PDF editing software comes in handy. Though there are hosts of PDF editors that are positioned as reliable, safe, and highly efficient, most users still give preference to time-tested options, such as Adobe Acrobat Reader. As of 2015, users got the opportunity to avail themselves of Adobe Reader’s latest DC version compatible with Windows 7 and later versions, as well as with Mac OS. Still, not all users take advantage of innovations and recent updates. There are plenty of adherents of older Windows versions and consequently, older versions of their favorite programs. This article will be particularly interesting to the category of users that want to install Adobe Reader on the computers running older versions of Windows, such as XP and earlier. So, if you’re looking for Acrobat Reader to install on your Windows PC, look no further. You can visit RocketFiles.com right away and get the desired version of the program in question from there. And we’ll guide you through the download and installation process as meticulously as possible. Just go on reading.
If you prefer to stick to a classic, it may happen that you’re still using good old Internet Explorer (IE). To download Adobe Reader using your favorite browser, you should take some simple steps described below:
- Close of versions of your current PDF readers and make sure there are no open PDF documents in your browser.
- Visit the reliable website offering the appropriate version of Adobe Reader for download. The, press the “Download now” button.
- You may opt for either Adobe’s official website or any other trustworthy download site, such as RocketFiles we’ve already mentioned above. Note that you’ll be able to get a wide variety of different programs from the site, be it Foxit Reader or a Torrent client.
- Once you decide what site to use to download the required program, make sure to select the OS you’re running, your language, and the version of Adobe Reader you want to download.
- In the pop-up dialogue box, select the “Run” option to go on.
- Repeat the action described in step 4, once you see the dialogue box in IE.
- In the Adobe Installer window, choose “Finish.”
Mozilla Firefox users, in their turn, should do the following to start using Reader:
- Close of versions of your current PDF readers and make sure Firefox isn’t displaying any PDFs.2
- Go to the website offering Adobe Reader for download.
- As was the case with EI, select your OS, a language, and the version of Adobe Reader you want to use. Click “Download now” to start downloading the program file to your PC
- Once the download is complete, you’ll see the new dialogue box asking you whether you want to save the acquired file. Choose “Save File” option.
- Once you save the file, the Downloads window should appear. In this window, double-click the executive file for your program.
- Once prompted, start launching the new file by clicking OK.
- When you see the confirmation message, click “Finish.”
Congratulations! You’ve successfully installed Adobe Acrobat Reader on your Windows computer. Now you can not only view, but also edit text and images within your PDF documents.
If you decide to update your current OS to Windows 7 or any later version, you’ll be able to update your Reader, as well. All you’ll need to do is to get the latest, Adobe Acrobat Reader DC, version installed. For detailed instructions, refer to Adobe’s guide.
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Acrobat Reader 9.0 Change Log
Improved launch speeds
Looking for faster launch speeds? Adobe has enhanced general performance and, in particular, has reduced launch times with Adobe Reader 9. Try it: You'll notice the difference.
PDF Portfolios
Packages, introduced in Adobe Reader 8, have been greatly enhanced and renamed. Portfolios provide easy navigation when you work with multiple PDF documents and other document types. They also enable you to work with a collection of materials such as drawings, e-mail messages, spreadsheets, and videos as a single file, which makes distribution, storage, retrieval, and collaboration easy for end users.
Native Adobe Flash® support
Adobe Reader 9 can natively display rich media content, which you'll notice immediately with Portfolios. Interested in viewing SWF and FLV files? Adobe Reader 9 is the answer.
Acrobat.com (beta)
Free Older Versions Of Adobe Acrobat
Included with Adobe Reader 9 is Acrobat.com (beta), an exciting new set of online services from Adobe. With Acrobat.com, you can create PDF files online; create and coauthor documents with others; host live web meetings; upload and share PDF files and other types of documents and control who has access to them; and even embed a rich, interactive preview of your document in a web page. All of these services and more are provided online, so you can access them from anywhere. And you'll find easy access points from within Reader 9. As an added convenience, Acrobat.com leverages Adobe AIR™, so you can interact with Acrobat.com from your desktop. Acrobat.com on Adobe AIR is a small application that is included with your download of Adobe Reader 9. Available in select languages.
Improved CAD and geospatial functionality
CAD and geospatial functionality have been greatly enhanced in Adobe Reader 9. For instance, CAD designs or geospatial maps that have been converted to PDF offer Adobe Reader users access to CAD features, such as dimensions, or map features, such as longitude and latitude, for powerful collaboration and interaction.
PDF Standards Pane
When a PDF/A or PDF/X standard compliant file is opened, a Standards Pane appears and provides important file details.
Security enhancements
Adobe Reader 9 provides new digital signature functionality for an improved user experience. The new version also adds support for 256-bit AES encryption.
Accessibility enhancements
Adobe Reader 9 significantly improves the viewing of XFA forms for accessibility, while providing greater screen reader support.
Adobe Reader 9 MUI
Adobe Reader 9 MUI is Adobe's Multilingual User Interface version. This product is capable of installing any combination of supported languages. So, for example, you can install French, German, and Spanish simultaneously and then have the capability to switch among those languages within Adobe Reader. The user interface changes to the appropriate language on the fly.
Acrobat Reader 9.0 Screenshots
