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Adobe PDF Files - What are PDF files?After revolutionizing the printing world with Adobe Postscript and laser printers and desktop publishing, what field would Adobe conquer next? How about the field of digital documents? Enter the PDF file, Portable Document Format. Created by Adobe, Acrobat software allows you to create, edit, and distribute PDF files. The free Acrobat Reader software (see link below) allows you to view PDF files that you find on the Internet or that are sent to you. So what are PDF files for? How do they work? Read on..
PDF files allow the creator or team of creators to organize information into a single controlled document. It can be a presentation, an e-book, a newsletter, whatever. Once created, it can be distributed and everyone views EXACTLY what you created- no formatting issues, no problems with fonts being not available, no problems with embedded graphics. Combine a spreadsheet, a word document, and a bunch of JPG images, all into a single document - no attachments, no other programs needed to view (except Adobe Acrobat Reader, of course). The end result is essentially pictures of the perfectly printed file presented as a single digital file in a scrollable window. As a universal format, people see exactly what you wanted them to see. That's how it works for publishing PDF files for others to view.
Creating PDF Files - How can I create PDF files?The Adobe Acrobat Professional software program allows individuals or groups to compose simple or complex electronic documents. It's basically a PDF creator or converter, converting existing text and graphics into PDF files. The program tracks document changes, allows people to make comments, lets you password protect documents during editing and viewing - perfect for team collaboration. The Organizer is the PDF viewer and manager in new version 7.0 of Acrobat. Used to prepare financial documents, technical drawings and papers, detailed reports. You can also turn web pages into PDF files, allowing you to browse or view them offline.A number of third party software programs can also be used for converting and creating PDF files, such as: ScanSoft PDF Converter, Solid Documents PDF Converter, LEAD Technologies ePrint PDF Converter, Docudesk deskPDF (only $30). So do some comparison shopping if you need to create PDF files - you may well save hundreds of dollars by going with a third party PDF creator/converter that handles all the basic tasks you need. Opening and Viewing PDF Files - How can I open PDF files?You need the Adobe Acrobat Reader software to open and view PDF files. It is a free download from Adobe. Here.Buying AcrobatThe Standard version of Acrobat goes for just under $300, while the Professional version is $450. Acrobat is available from any software, electronics, or office supply store.
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