Adobe Acrobat Reader
The standard PDF reader with forms and signatures.
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What is Adobe Acrobat Reader?
The standard PDF reader with forms and signatures.
Key features
- Fill and sign forms
- Comments and markup
- Editing with Acrobat Pro
Who should use Adobe Acrobat Reader?
- BusinessBuild a setup for this
- StudentBuild a setup for this
Supported platforms
Pricing & licence
Freemium Reader is free; Acrobat Pro is a subscription
A free plan is available, and paid plans add features or capacity.
Prices change, so check adobe.com for current pricing.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Best form compatibility
- Widely required at work
Cons
- Heavy and pushes upgrades
Installation
Windows
PS> winget install --id Adobe.Acrobat.Reader.64-bit --exact --source wingetInstall Adobe Acrobat Reader with the rest of your Windows setup
macOS
$ brew install --cask adobe-acrobat-readerInstall Adobe Acrobat Reader with the rest of your macOS setup
Package names were checked against each official package registry, and commands install the same software as the official download. Only run commands you understand.
Alternatives to Adobe Acrobat Reader
SumatraPDFBest for fast, lightweight PDF reading on WindowsView Alternative- PDF24 CreatorBest for creating, merging, splitting, compressing and converting PDFs on WindowsView Alternative
ONLYOFFICE DesktopBest for editing PDF text and filling or creating PDF formsView Alternative
Adobe Acrobat Reader FAQ
Is Adobe Acrobat Reader free?
Reader is free; Acrobat Pro is a subscription.
Which platforms does Adobe Acrobat Reader support?
Adobe Acrobat Reader is available for Windows, macOS, Android and iPhone & iPad. It isn't available for Linux.
Can I install Adobe Acrobat Reader with Winget?
Yes. Run "winget install --id Adobe.Acrobat.Reader.64-bit --exact --source winget" in PowerShell or Windows Terminal. The package ID was checked against Microsoft's official Winget repository.
Can I install Adobe Acrobat Reader with Homebrew?
Yes. Run "brew install --cask adobe-acrobat-reader" in Terminal.
What are the alternatives to Adobe Acrobat Reader?
Common alternatives include SumatraPDF, PDF24 Creator and ONLYOFFICE Desktop. Free options include SumatraPDF, PDF24 Creator and ONLYOFFICE Desktop. See the full list of Adobe Acrobat Reader alternatives for how they differ.
Where can I download Adobe Acrobat Reader safely?
From the official website, adobe.com, or from Google Play. Aptorise links only to official sources and never hosts installers.