How to Install Acrobat Distiller

So many files and ebooks are in PDF format and Adobe Distiller is one way to create PDF files. This is part of the Adobe Acrobat software package. Adobe Distiller works as a virtual printer. When printing a document--any document--you can choose Adobe Distiller from your list of printers and allow your documents to be saved in the popular PDF format. PDF is a more secure format than other document types, which provides extra security for online purchase receipts, tax documents and other personal data documents.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Adobe Acrobat
• Computer with CD Drive

1. Purchase Adobe Acrobat if you don’t already have it. You can purchase it from Adobe’s website or from retailers that sell computer software, such as Circuit City, Best Buy, Walmart and Target.

2. Insert the Adobe CD into your CD drive.

3. Allow the CD to auto run and begin the installation wizard.

4. Agree to the license agreement and continue with the license agreement.

5. Accept the defaults and enter the license number for your software. This can be found on the CD package.

6. Finish the installation wizard. Depending on the version you purchased, you may need to restart your computer. Restart if necessary.

7. Go to the printer list on your computer. In Windows, this is listed under "Printers and Faxes" under "Control Panel." Check to be sure Acrobat Distiller is listed. You can make this your default printer by right clicking "Distiller" and choose "Default."

Tips & Warnings

• Get the latest version of the Adobe Acrobat software. There are multiple versions available. The standard version is the cheapest and offers everything the average user needs.
• The Adobe website offers a trial version of Adobe Acrobat so you can test the software before you buy.
• Do not discard your CD case. This contains your product key and without this key, you will not be able to reinstall the software on your computer.

Resources

• Adobe Acrobat product website