Cannot Open a PDF File - Causes and Resolution
There are different factors can be involved that prevent PDF file to open. Some factors include an out-dated version of Adobe Reader, damage to the Reader, damage to the PDF file, unrecognizable file type, PDF file is created with non-Adobe program, or no PDF reader is installed. Here are the solutions of all described causes that prevent PDF file to open. No PDF reader is installed: Before moving further first ensure that a PDF reader is installed on your computer. Problem with Adobe or Operating System: If you have seen that a PDF reader is installed, then there is possibility that Adobe Reader is not up to date or it is damaged. Follow these steps to make sure that Adobe Reader is up to date and it is not damaged: Update Adobe Reader. Repair Reader. Reinstall using latest version. Make sure that operating system can recognize PDFs.