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Adobe recommends that you use the Adobe Reader 8.0 uninstaller in the Add/Remove Programs utility in Windows to remove Adobe Reader 8.0. Occasionally, however, damaged files or a partial installation prevents the Adobe Reader 8.0 uninstaller from working correctly. Or, they could cause the uninstaller to leave files or empty application folders on the system after the removal is performed. You could also notice Adobe Reader 8.0 missing from the Add/Remove Programs list. Or, you could find that the installer only displays the Repair and Remove options when you try to install Adobe Reader 8.0.
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When you find the program Adobe Acrobat Reader DC, click it, and then do one of the following: Windows Vista/7/8: Click Uninstall. Windows XP: Click the Remove or Change/Remove tab (to the right of the program). Follow the prompts. A progress bar shows you how long it.
Manually removing Adobe Reader 8.0 ensures that all files and folders are removed. These instructions are for removing Adobe Reader 8.0. If you have other/previous versions of Adobe applications installed, then be sure to remove only the files below that relate to Adobe Reader 8.0. These steps also remove any extra content (for example, Goodies or Functional Content) that installed with Adobe Reader 8.0. If you reinstall Adobe Reader 8.0, reinstall its extra content as well.
Note: It's possible that your system doesn't contain all of the files and folders listed in this document. If you do not find a listed file or folder on your system, proceed to the next file or folder on the list.
Some of these procedures require you to locate hidden files and hidden folders. Some procedures require you to locate files by their full filenames, which include extensions (for example, example_filename.ini). By default, Windows Explorer doesn't show hidden files, hidden folders, or filename extensions that it recognizes.
To show hidden files, hidden folders, and all filename extensions in Windows Explorer:
- In Windows Explorer, choose Tools > Folder Options.
- Click the View tab in the Folder Options dialog box.
- In Advanced Settings, select Show Hidden Files And Folders.
The uninstaller is designed to remove everything installed that Adobe Reader 8.0 installs. When you start Adobe Reader 8.0 for the first time, or when you modify the preferences, new folders and files can be created. After you use the uninstaller, proceed to 'Remove remaining folders and files for Adobe Reader 8.0.' These instructions ensure the complete removal of all additional folders and files.
To use the uninstaller, do the following:
- Do one of the following:
- If you installed Adobe Reader 8.0 from the Adobe Reader 8.0 CD/DVD, then select Adobe Reader 8.0 and click Remove. Follow the onscreen instructions to remove Adobe Reader 8.0.
- If you installed Adobe Reader 8.0 from the Creative Suite CD/DVDs, then select Creative Suite and click Remove. Follow the onscreen instructions to remove the Adobe Reader 8.0 component.
Note: When you run the uninstaller, you are prompted to remove, keep, or transfer activation. If you plan to reinstall Adobe Reader 8.0 on the same machine, consider keeping your activation. However, after you complete the manual removal, it could be necessary to reactivate Adobe Reader 8.0. If you plan to install Adobe Reader 8.0 on a different machine, transfer your activation.
View an Adobe Captivate demo of this procedure.
Before proceeding with the following steps, Adobe recommends printing the directions. Restarting in Diagnostic or Safe mode typically disables Internet access.
- Delete Adobe Reader Speed Launcher.lnk from Documents and Settings/All Users/Start Menu/Programs/Startup.
- Choose Start > Run, type msconfig in the Open text box, and click OK.
- Click the Startup tab and Services tab. Record all deselected items.
- Click the General tab, and choose Diagnostic startup.
- Click OK, and restart Windows.
Note: Upon reboot, you are notified that the System Configuration Utility has made changes to the way that Windows starts up. Click OK, and when the System Configuration Utility appears, click Cancel. - Right-click icons in the Notification Area (called the System Tray in earlier versions of Windows) to close or disable any startup items that are still active.
Re-enable startup items and services for Windows XP
After completing all of the steps in this document, re-enable startup items for Windows XP.
- Type msconfig in the Run dialog box, and click OK.
- Deselect any items that you wrote down in Step 3 of the previous section.
- Click Apply, and restart Windows for the changes to take effect.
Note: Windows 2000 does not have the MSConfig utility for disabling start items. You can manually disable the items or obtain the MSConfig utility for Windows XP.
- When you see the message Please select the operating system to start, press F8.
- Use the arrow keys to highlight the appropriate safe mode option, and then press Enter.
- Use the arrow keys to highlight an operating system, and then press Enter.
Note: See the Microsoft website for additional information about this process.
After completing all of the steps in this document, re-enable startup items for Windows 2000.
Remove Adobe Reader 8.0 registered files using the command prompt
- Acrobat registers a numerous files with the operating system during the installation. These files must be removed in order to successfully remove the application. Registered files can be removed from the operating system with the shell is not running.
- On the Processes tab, select explorer.exe and choose End Process (items on your desktop disappear).
Important: The Task Manager should remain open during this process - Type cd 'C:Program FilesCommon FilesAdobeAcrobatActiveX' and press Enter.
- Type explorer.exe and click OK. (Your desktop reappears.)
Remove remaining folders and files for Adobe Reader 8.0
Back up any personal files you want to save from the following directories, and then remove the listed folders and files:
Program FilesAdobe
- Acrobat 8.0
Program FilesCommon FilesAdobe
- Acrobat
Documents and Settings[User Name]Application DataAdobe
- Acrobat
Documents and SettingsAll UsersApplication DataAdobe
- Acrobat
Documents and SettingsAll UsersDesktop
- Adobe Reader 8.lnk
Documents and SettingsAll UsersStart MenuPrograms
- Adobe Reader 8.lnk
Program FilesInternet ExplorerPLUGINS
- nppdf32.dll
Adobe Reader
Program FilesNetscapeNetscape Browserplugins
- nppdf32.dll
Remove remaining registry entries for Adobe Reader 8.0
Remove the application registry keys from the registry, if they are available.
Note: It's necessary to log in to the computer as an Administrator to modify your registry.
Disclaimer: This procedure involves editing the Windows registry. Adobe doesn't support editing the registry, which contains critical system and application information. For information on the Windows Registry Editor, see the documentation for Windows or contact Microsoft Technical Support. It's possible, that you don't have all of these files.
Important: Make a backup copy of the registry before you edit it.
- Choose Start > Run, and type regedit in the Open text box; click OK.
- Navigate to one of the registry keys listed below and select it in the left panel; it appears in the registry editor as a folder.
- Choose Edit > Delete. Click Yes in the Confirm Key Delete dialog box.
- Repeat steps 1-3 as needed for any remaining registry entries.
HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareAdobeAdobe Reader
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESoftwareAdobeAdobe Reader
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESoftwareAdobeRepairAdobe Reader
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESoftwareAdobeRepairAdobe Reader
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionInstallerUserData
S-1-5-18Products68AB67CA7DA73301B7448A0000000020
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionUninstall
{AC76BA86-7AD7-1033-7B44-A80000000002}
S-1-5-18Products68AB67CA7DA73301B7448A0000000020
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftWindowsCurrentVersionUninstall
{AC76BA86-7AD7-1033-7B44-A80000000002}
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREPoliciesAdobeAcrobat Reader
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREClassesInstallerProducts
68AB67CA7DA73301B7448A0000000020
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREClassesInstallerFeatures
68AB67CA7DA73301B7448A0000000020
68AB67CA7DA73301B7448A0000000020
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREClassesInstallerFeatures
68AB67CA7DA73301B7448A0000000020
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftInternet ExplorerLow RightsElevationPolicy
{358E6F10-DE8A-4602-8424-179CA217F8EE}
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftInternet ExplorerLow RightsElevationPolicy
{9C6A861C-B233-4994-AFB1-C158EE4FC578}
{358E6F10-DE8A-4602-8424-179CA217F8EE}
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESOFTWAREMicrosoftInternet ExplorerLow RightsElevationPolicy
{9C6A861C-B233-4994-AFB1-C158EE4FC578}
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Follow the instructions below to download and install Adobe Acrobat Reader DC on Windows.
Mac users: If you're running Mac OS, see Install Adobe Acrobat Reader DC on Mac OS.
Before you install, always make sure that your system meets the minimum system requirements.
You need Windows 7 or later to run Acrobat Reader DC. If your operating system is older,
you can install an earlier version of Reader. For step-by-step instructions, see Install an older version of Adobe Reader | Windows.
you can install an earlier version of Reader. For step-by-step instructions, see Install an older version of Adobe Reader | Windows.
Note:
If you're not sure which version of Windows you have, see Which Windows operating system am I running?
Explorer: Download and install Acrobat Reader DC
Follow these steps to install Acrobat Reader DC using Internet Explorer.
- Close all versions of Reader. Close any browser that is displaying a PDF.
- Go to the Adobe Acrobat Reader download page and click Install now.Note:You need Windows 7 or later to run Acrobat Reader DC. If you're running an older version of Windows, the Adobe Reader download page looks like this:You can install an older version of Acrobat Reader. For instructions, see Install an older version of Adobe Reader | Windows.
- When the file download message appears at the bottom of the browser window, click Run.Note:Acrobat Reader DC installation is a two-part process: The installer is downloaded, and then Reader is installed. Be sure to wait until both parts are complete. A progress bar displays the time remaining.
- When you see the confirmation message that the installation is complete, click Finish.
Follow these steps to install Acrobat Reader DC using Mozilla Firefox.
- Close all versions of Reader. Close any browser that is displaying a PDF.
- Go to the Adobe Acrobat Reader download page and click Install now.Note:You need Windows 7 or later to run Acrobat Reader DC. If you're running an older version of Windows, the Adobe Reader download page looks like this:You can install an older version of Acrobat Reader. For instructions, see Install an older version of Adobe Reader | Windows.
- When the Opening dialog box appears, click Save File.
- Press Ctrl+J to open the download Library. When the download Library window appears, double-click the .exe file for Reader.
- If prompted to open the executable file, click OK.Note:Acrobat Reader DC installation is a two-part process: The installer is downloaded, and then Reader is installed. Be sure to wait until both parts are complete. A progress bar displays the time remaining.
- When you see the confirmation message that the installation is complete, click Finish.
Follow these steps to install Acrobat Reader DC using Google Chrome.
- Close all versions of Reader. Close any browser that is displaying a PDF.
- Go to the Adobe Acrobat Reader download page and click Install now.Note:You need Windows 7 or later to run Acrobat Reader DC. If you're running an older version of Windows, the Adobe Reader download page looks like this:You can install an older version of Acrobat Reader. For instructions, see Install an older version of Adobe Reader | Windows.
- When the downloaded file appears at the bottom of the browser window, click the .exe file for Reader.Note:Acrobat Reader DC installation is a two-part process: The installer is downloaded, and then Reader is installed. Be sure to wait until both parts are complete. A progress bar displays the time remaining.
- When you see the confirmation message that the installation is complete, click Finish.
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For a list of known issues and more in-depth troubleshooting, see Troubleshoot Adobe Reader installation | Windows.
To see if other users are experiencing similar download and installation problems, visit the Acrobat Reader user forum. Try posting your problem on the forums for interactive troubleshooting. When posting on forums, include your operating system and product version number.
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