PDFs will not open

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Robbins

How can I get PDF files to open in Vista? I have Adobe 8.0 yet when I try
and open PDF files from the web they will not open. How do I get past this?
 
Robbins said:
How can I get PDF files to open in Vista? I have Adobe 8.0 yet when I try
and open PDF files from the web they will not open. How do I get past this?
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Adobe Reader had an update today. Try updating it and see if that helps.

Alias
 
Robbins said:
Adobe is updated and still in .pdf files are readable.
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Make sure the Adobe Reader ActiveX is not disabled:

IE7: Tools > Internet Options > Programs tab > Manage add-ons

Also make sure Adobe Reader is set to be the default program for opening
..pdf files:

Control Panel > Programs > Default Programs

Charlie42
 
When trying to open a pdf file I get a message that says this program has
known compatibility problems. It prompt me to update but when I click run
the program I am able to open the files. Should I click on the update
feature?
Thanks
 
Use Foxit, does the same thing as Adobe with a lot less resources and
doesn't install install an updater that runs at startup.

Mark
 
Cackie said:
When trying to open a pdf file I get a message that says this program has
known compatibility problems. It prompt me to update but when I click
un the program I am able to open the files. Should I click on the update
feature?
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I am guessing you get this message from Adobe Reader, and I suggest you
follow it's advice. Upgrade to version 8.1, it works with Vista.

Charlie42
 
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