Downloading Adobe Reader In a Nutshell

• All PDF files require Adobe Reader to view.
  
• After reading the below steps click on this Acrobat icon () to get the Adobe Reader.
  
  
  
• Download the Adobe Reader program onto your hard drive.
  How to avoid the most common mistake: Write down the exact name of the download file. Most people forget the name.
  How to avoid the second most common mistake: After you've downloaded the file, realize that you're not done yet! You still have to execute the file! Read on!
  
  
• Close down your browser and any other programs that are running on your computer
  
  
• Use Explorer to find the file and double-click on it to execute it. Click on the self-executing program file that you downloaded to have it install Adobe Reader
  
  
• Get back on the Internet where you will now be able to view any PDF file

  Okay, that's it!

  Note: If you are visually impaired and are trying to view a PDF form using assistive technology, learn how to configure Adobe Reader to work with the assistive technology you use and obtain greater access to PDF files.  For more information click here.