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Tania28970967nc76
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March 20, 2023
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I want to use just the old Adobe Reader without having to login.

  • March 20, 2023
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I used to be able to just read pdf files using the reader.  But since I bought the full package it forces me to login, whether I want to use the tools or not.  This is an issue as we are 3 in the office and only 2 can work at a time.  Now only 2 can read a document at a time too which is unacceptable as the reader was free.

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Meenakshi Negi
Community Manager
Meenakshi NegiCommunity Manager
Community Manager
March 21, 2023

Hi Tania28970967nc76,

 

Thank you for reaching out.

 

If you use the 64-bit application, there is a single installer for both applications (Acrobat and Reader). Installing Acrobat Reader 64-bit and signing in with your Adobe ID (used to purchase the subscription) converts it to Acrobat's full version. It is not possible to use Acrobat Reader as a separate application. 

 

Thanks,

Meenakshi

 

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Tania28970967nc76Author
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March 22, 2023

Thanks Meenakshi,

 

Do I understand you correctly?  If I have purchased the full suite of Adobe I am no longer able to use the free reader?  SO I am actually punished and limited now?  

This makes no sense to me.  

Do I have to download a different programme's PDF reader?

Thanks,

Tania

 

    Meenakshi Negi
    Community Manager
    Meenakshi NegiCommunity Manager
    Community Manager
    March 27, 2023

    Hey Tania28970967nc76,

     

    If you are using the Acrobat individual subscription, it should not be an issue. You could install Reader; however, with a subscription ID, it converts to Acrobat's full version. We cannot do much here as this is a designed behavior. 

    As you need to just read PDF, You may remove the Acrobat. Then install Acrobat Reader and skip the sign-in window.  

     

    Thanks,

    Meenakshi

     

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