How to Downgrade Adobe Reader

You can downgrade Adobe Reader by uninstalling the present version and reinstalling an older version. Often an older version of a program proves to no longer be sufficient. Or a newer upgrade may not work as advertised. When either scenario occurs, it is often necessary to undo the upgrade. Fortunately, many older versions of a program like Adobe Reader are available on the Web.

Things You'll Need

  • Adobe Reader Internet access
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Instructions

  1. Uninstalling Adobe Reader

    • 1

      Open Windows start panel and choose "Control Panel."

    • 2

      Select "Add or Remove Programs" in the Control Panel options.

    • 3

      Select Acrobat Reader from the list of programs that appear, and select "Remove."

    • 4

      Click "Yes" when asked if you are completely sure you want to remove the selected application and all of its components .

    • 5

      Close the "Add or Remove Programs" window and the Control Panel Window.

    Installing an Old Version of Adobe Reader

    • 6

      Open an Internet browser.

    • 7

      Type in the URL "http:www.oldversion.com."

    • 8

      Look for the Adobe Reader link listed under the applications heading on the main page and click it.

    • 9

      Select the old version of Acrobat Reader to be downloaded from the list of available versions.

    • 10

      Click on the icon over the older version of Adobe Reader to install it.

Tips & Warnings

  • After installing the older version, it is important not to select upgrade if prompted to do so.

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