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How do I move the quick actions toolbar in Acrobat Pro 2022.003.20281 on a Mac?

Community Beginner ,
Nov 30, 2022 Nov 30, 2022

I'm using Acrobat Pro 2022.003.20281 on a Mac OS 12.5. In past versions I could dock the Quick Actions Toolbar to the top of the window, but in this version of Acrobat, it hovers in the upper left, sometimes covering art that I need to see when zooming in. Is there a way to dock it so it isn't hovering, or at least temporarily hide it? The attached image shows how it is "floating" above the window. I need it to not float so it doesn't cover my PDF workspace. Thanks!

 

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People's Champ ,
Sep 04, 2023 Sep 04, 2023

You can revert to the classic GUI interface by following the instructions here (for both Mac and Windows):

https://community.adobe.com/t5/acrobat-discussions/acrobat-2023-how-to-revert-to-classic-gui-user-in...

 

And let Adobe know your opinion at UserVoice: https://acrobat.uservoice.com/forums/590923-acrobat-for-windows-and-mac/suggestions/47082691-ditch-t...

 

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New Here ,
Sep 12, 2023 Sep 12, 2023

I also concur:  The floating toolbar is in the way of the document.  I had to disable "New Acrobat" to be able to actually work on the section of the PDF that the toolbar covered.  I hope the feedback on this question can actually affect change.

 

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New Here ,
Apr 09, 2024 Apr 09, 2024

I went to the sight to find out how to disable and it didn't work. I can't figure out how to revert to the old one. I'm completely stuck with this junk. Honestly it is one of those things that is so irritating that it just makes you grouchy and irritable. I don't even want to turn on my screen.

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Explorer ,
Sep 26, 2023 Sep 26, 2023

this was a bizzare Acrobat "upgrade". it seemed like various changes were made for no particular rhyme or reason and without regard to the big picture or the UX. its disjointed and confusing.

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New Here ,
Sep 12, 2023 Sep 12, 2023

It really really sucks that we cannot move the Quick Access Tool Bar in the latest version of Adobe. The types of documents I work with the toolbar is always in my way and makes it difficult to manuver around the document just to move it out of the way to view the material in my document. I end up reviewing the charts in my documents broken up which takes longer to grasp the information I need to review. Please add the ability to move the Quick Tools toolbar from its current location. 

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New Here ,
Sep 13, 2023 Sep 13, 2023

Unbelievable - at first I thought it was a glitch on my end or something I couldn't figure out.  Why would Adobe put a toolbar floating in the document being worked on with no way to move it.  Its really an impendiment and annoying.  I finally googled and found this discussion.  Glad to know I'm not crazy.  C'mon Adobe - we know you're listening.... Fix this please.... Adobe????   not listing

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New Here ,
Sep 14, 2023 Sep 14, 2023

The Quick Action Tool Bar is the worst. Please fix this incredibly annoying feature. Covering up any portion of the PDF without an easy way to move the toolbar defeats the purpose of why I use Adobe Pro in the first place - to read and edit PDFs. I have wasted so much time on this because it blocks portions of the PDF I am working on. It seems like I am not alone.

 

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Adobe Employee ,
Sep 15, 2023 Sep 15, 2023

Hi all,

 

Please try updating the application to the latest version that addresses this issue. It's now possible to drag the quick tools bar and place it as desired. To update the application, go to Help > Check for updates.

For more information, refer to the following post: https://community.adobe.com/t5/acrobat-discussions/adobe-acrobat-and-reader-september-2023-updates-n....

 

Thanks,

Meenakshi

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New Here ,
Sep 15, 2023 Sep 15, 2023

The update allows the toolbar to be moved from left to right, but I cannot get in my desired location, which is no top.  Am I doing something wrong.  

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New Here ,
Sep 18, 2023 Sep 18, 2023

In Acrobat Pro 2022, the Quick Actions Toolbar might not have the same docking options as in previous versions. To address this issue, you can try the following steps:

  1. Customize the Toolbar:

    • Right-click on any part of the toolbar area or go to the "View" menu.
    • Select "Customize Toolbar..."
    • Look for the Quick Actions Toolbar and see if there's an option to dock it at the top or anywhere more convenient.
  2. Undock and Relocate:

    • If the toolbar remains undockable, you may have to undock it from its current position.
    • Click and drag the Quick Actions Toolbar to a different location on your screen court dimension, preferably to the side where it doesn't obstruct your PDF workspace.
  3. Temporary Hide:

    • Some applications allow you to temporarily hide toolbars by pressing a keyboard shortcut. Try pressing the "Tab" key to hide or reveal the toolbar when needed.
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New Here ,
Sep 26, 2023 Sep 26, 2023

Glad I'm not the only one! I was hoping google would answer this - so annoying there's not a solve - also why did thumbnails move from the left to the right. I want my old version back.

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New Here ,
Oct 13, 2023 Oct 13, 2023

As someone who uses a vertical monitor, this is the worst change that could've been made. Why are we at the very least not able to keep it hidden? It blocks half of the things I need to work on. 

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New Here ,
Oct 17, 2023 Oct 17, 2023

Agreed, this is extremely annoying!!! Adobe, please fix this so we can put the toolbar back at the top.

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New Here ,
Oct 17, 2023 Oct 17, 2023

I signed in for the first time in a few years just to add my vote of annoyance at this new design.  It is always so frustrating when companies feel the need to "update" a perfectly good product just for the sake of change and end up making things worse for their customers.  And thank you to those who made it easy to find the "Disable New Acrobat" menu item. 

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Community Beginner ,
Oct 17, 2023 Oct 17, 2023

I really hate this new update also

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New Here ,
Oct 18, 2023 Oct 18, 2023

The location of the tools in the new version is abysmal. I was extremely happy with the location and layout of the tool bars in the previous version.  I've tried getting used to the new locations but they are in the worst locations imaginable.

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New Here ,
Oct 18, 2023 Oct 18, 2023

Just having seen the "new" version, I'm sticking with what works.  Let's keep it simple and not have people have to click so many time to get to what they want to do.  This new version is not user friendly.

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New Here ,
Oct 19, 2023 Oct 19, 2023

This "upgrade" is horrible!  Listen to your consumers and change it back.  This isn't as simple as getting used to the changes.  You've taken a decent program and made it cumbersome and less productive.

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New Here ,
Oct 20, 2023 Oct 20, 2023

Getting ready to move back to BlueBeam.  Floating tool bar is horrible and I can't find anything I need to use even in a search. with this new upgrade!  Frustrated!!!

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New Here ,
Oct 20, 2023 Oct 20, 2023

This is UTTERLY AWFUL!

 

I can't comprehend how these changes were even consisdered helpful or needed. I use pdf's extensively, all day everyday and it is now so cumbersome and annoying to use. 

 

Get me a way out from this horrible software now !

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New Here ,
Oct 20, 2023 Oct 20, 2023

Try this option.  It worked for me.

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New Here ,
Jan 22, 2024 Jan 22, 2024

Thank you so much!  I had mistakenly updated and was going made for the past week 🙂

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New Here ,
Oct 23, 2023 Oct 23, 2023

This is absolutely driving me crazy.  I want to doc the toolbar with the other options - across the top or on the right-side options.  Grrrr

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New Here ,
Oct 24, 2023 Oct 24, 2023

Adding to the call to remove this very annoying and poorly thought out "feature" - the floating toolbar covering the workspace needs to be fixed asap - it makes the new UX unusable.

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New Here ,
Oct 29, 2023 Oct 29, 2023

It's a HUGE nusance. Adobe, fix this. We should be able to dock the toolbar so it is not in the way. 

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New Here ,
Oct 31, 2023 Oct 31, 2023

This is crazy. I WANT TO MAKE THIS FLOATING TOOL BAR GO AWAY.  HOW DO I DO THAT?

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