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When I attempt to apply a digital signature from a smart card, Acrobat Reader DC states "Adobe Acrobat could not find any new digital IDs. If your digital ID is on a hardware token, please make sure it is plugged in and the token interface is properly con

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thanks for the reply, but There is no "preferences" option under "edit". I was able to find it under "Adobe Acrobat Reader" tab. Followed the directions and now I'm left with a "Locate PKCS#11 Module" box - and it's asking for a "path".

I don't know what to enter for that.

Thanks for the reply

ps - I am using Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Version 2019.0008.20080

Hi rogerm,

Please try the steps given in the following forum thread under post#3 in the following thread:

Digital Signature on Adobe Acrobat Reader DC

If issue still persists, I would suggest contacting the vendor of the device for this issue and see what they have to suggest.

-Shivam

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rogerm42599208

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I get the same error on my MacBook - I used to be able to sign stuff. but now I can't. I tried the links above - but they're old and for a PC.

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Hi rogerm,

You can access PKCS#11 module setting by clicking Edit > Preferences > Signature > Identities & Trusted Certificates > click More

Digital ID files > PKCS#11 modules > Attach module

Please find below the screenshot:

Let us know if you need any help.

Shivam

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rogerm42599208

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thanks for the reply, but There is no "preferences" option under "edit". I was able to find it under "Adobe Acrobat Reader" tab. Followed the directions and now I'm left with a "Locate PKCS#11 Module" box - and it's asking for a "path".

I don't know what to enter for that.

Thanks for the reply

ps - I am using Adobe Acrobat Reader DC Version 2019.0008.20080

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Adorobat

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Hi bbrady90,

Sorry for the delay in response.

As per the issue description mentioned above, you are unable to sign pdf using smart card reader, is that correct?

Could you try attaching the PKCS11 interface by going into Edit > Preferences > Signatures....as suggested in the following forum and check if that helps:

Can't sign an .PDF document

You may also refer to the following forum threads discussing the similar issue:

Token not detected

Reader DC won't accept digital signature from smart card reader

Thanks,

Shivam

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