If you are on the
internet, chances are you have been sent or downloaded a PDF file.
If you are unfamiliar with the term, or would like to know more
about working with PDF files, this information will be of some
assistance to you.
What is a PDF file?
PDF is the acronym for Portable Document Format, which is a
universally accepted form for document distribution over the
internet, created by major IT company, Adobe Systems.
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How do
I read a PDF file? You will need to have Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your
computer. If it is already installed, just open the PDF file
to read it. If your computer does not recognise the file, or
will not open it, you will need to download Adobe Acrobat Reader.
How do
I download Adobe Acrobat Reader? Simply browse to Adobe's web site and download it for free using
the following steps
Click on the link Download
Acrobat Reader in the Support section
Click on the
logo
Under Step 1,
just select your "Platform" from the drop-down list
By "Platform",
they mean the operating system on your computer
In most cases it
will be Windows 98 or Windows XP
You can
ignore Step 2 if you wish, and just click on
under Step 3
When prompted, choose
the Save button to save the file to your computer
Make a note of where
you saved the file so you can open it later!
The file will then be
downloaded to your computer
It is a large file
and could take up to one hour to download
If you have a
broadband internet connection it will take only a few minutes
If prompted, choose
Open when the download is complete
If not, browse to
where you saved the file and open it
The Adobe Acrobat
Reader installation will start immediately
When prompted by the
Setup program, choose Next, then Next again
When the installation
is complete you will be prompted to Restart your computer
Choose No, click
the Finish button, then close all of your applications
Remembering of course
to save any open data files!
Restart your computer
You will now be able to
read PDF files
Disclaimer: All information on this web site is provided
in good faith however you should be aware that downloading and
installing new software on your computer can create operational
issues which may affect the reliable operation of your computer.
If in doubt, you should check with your computer supplier or perhaps
a knowledgeable friend before downloading and installing any new
software on your computer no matter how reliable the source.
Lincoln Computer Centre will accept no responsibility for any
adverse effects caused by following the above instructions.
A
word from Greg ...
You can also create your own PDF
files from virtually any application software if you purchase
the full version of Adobe Acrobat for $599.00. When the
full version is installed, you can convert any Word, Excel,
Publisher or indeed almost any document to PDF format.
When you send a PDF file, the recipient will be able to read the
document exactly as you prepared it.
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Phone
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