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How do I choose between Adobe Pro and Adobe Reader? And when do I want to use each program.

By default Adobe reader is the PDF viewer. It allows you to view, search, and print PDF files. If you require more funcionality from your PDF reader such as create and edit a PDF file. You can use Adobe Acobat Pro

Use Adobe Reader when you want to view, print and search through PDF files. For the majority of users, this will probably be enough.

Use Adobe Acrobat Pro if you need to create or edit PDF files.

To make Adobe Acrobat your default PDF program follow the steps below.

Go to your windows explorer

1. Right click on a PDF file

2. Click on "Open With"

3. Then click on choose default program.

4. A window will appear click on Adobe Acobat then OK.