As a former user of Adobe Acrobat XI Pro (now using Acrobat 2017), though it is an older program it should still work and not “disappear”. I’ll install it on my backup PC to see if there are any issues with the latest version of Windows 10 and post back.
Obviously, Adobe has done nothing to patch it up. Even Adobe Acrobat DC (Pro and Standard) seems to be affected by this. Thankfully, I found a couple of ways to get the proper Adobe Acrobat DC or Acrobat Reader DC icon back on the taskbar and Start menu.
How to remove Adobe Acrobat DC from Windows 10?
Step 2: Open File Explorer, copy and paste the following folder path into the address bar, and then press Enter: Step 3: Locate Adobe Acrobat DC or Acrobat Reader DC among the list of Start menu shortcuts that show up. Hint — it should look like a generic Windows 10 icon. Right-click the shortcut, and then click Delete.
Moreover, how to fix Adobe Acrobat DC not opening on desktop?
I’ve written the following steps targeting both versions of Adobe Acrobat. So make sure to perform the required adjustments where necessary. Step 1: Delete the Adobe Acrobat DC or Acrobat Reader DC shortcut from your desktop. If there’s a shortcut for the program pinned to the taskbar, unpin it as well.
How to fix Adobe Acrobat DC not opening on Windows 10?
If you still have issues, you must reinstall Adobe Acrobat Reader DC. Before you do that, it’s best to use the Adobe Reader DC and Acrobat DC Cleaner Tool to remove the program from your computer completely. Step 1: Restart your computer .
Why won’t Acrobat Reader DC run on my Desktop?
Or, there could be compatibility issues at play. A corrupt Adobe Acrobat Reader DC installation can also prevent the program from launching on your desktop. Thankfully, several fixes can help you get Acrobat Reader DC up and running again. Let’s dig in and check them out. Try running Acrobat Reader DC with elevated rights.
Why does acrobat not open in protected mode?
Acrobat is outdated, damaged or the installation was damaged. PDF files created using third-party software are questionable or damaged. Protected mode in Adobe adds an additional layer of security that blocks operation. Adobe software requires administrative rights to run the application.
How to fix Adobe Reader Cant open PDF?
If you have Acrobat Reader DC or Acrobat DC installed on your computer, skip to the next 2 Set Acrobat Reader DC or Acrobat DC as the default PDF owner.