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Adobe Reader 7

Repair Problems Viewing PDFs in Adobe Reader 7

SUMMARY: Adobe Reader 7 crashing or not viewing PDF files? Repair the software with this tip.

Having problems viewing PDF documents with Adobe Reader 7? Is the software crashing continuously?

If so, there is a built-in option that can help automatically repair problems with the software. Just select "Help" - "Detect and Repair". Several dialog boxes will appear, and yes, when it says "Time Remaining" several times with restarting countdowns, that is ok. After the repair is done, you may need to reboot your machine.

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