You would typically create a PDF if you wanted to ensure document fidelity, to make it more secure, or to create a copy for storage. Creating a PDF can involve compressing a file, making it take up less storage space. They can be viewed on almost all devices. PDF files aren’t typically created from scratch, but are usually converted, saved or ‘printed’ from other documents or images before sharing, publishing online or storing. It is maintained by the International Organisation for Standardization (ISO). The PDF format is now a standard open format that isn’t just available under Adobe Acrobat. The format has evolved to allow for editing and interactive elements like electronic signatures or buttons. It was developed by Adobe so people could share documents regardless of which device, operating system, or software they were using, while preserving the content and formatting. Note: if you receive an error about group access or that your access is blocked, please reach out to OIT at to have your access granted.PDF stands for ‘Portable Document Format’ file.

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Click Ok and Foxit PDF Editor will then restart.

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Click the Yes button to stay signed in.

Enter you UA password and click Sign In.

Enter your UA email address at the Office 365 Authentication Screen and click Next.

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Click the Activate button in the lower right corner.

If you are unable to activate your licenses on up to three devices, please contact the Helpdesk at Open Foxit PDF Editor. PLEASE NOTE: UA users are configured for three Foxit licenses. Once installed, users will need to activate the license manually. Try Foxit PDF Editor This is an easy-to-use PDF editor which allows you to view and annotate PDF files on Android devices while on the go The Foxit PDF. UA licenses for Foxit Editor Pro are enabled through Single Sign-On (SSO). Foxit PDF Editor Pro is centrally licensed and available at no cost to university staff, faculty, and students.įor a detailed comparison of Foxit and Adobe Acrobat Pro DC, see OIT's page about PDF Editing Software Options. This software has comparable features to the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Pro DC and is compatible with current Mac and Windows operating systems.

Foxit PDF Editor Pro is UA's recommended alternative to Adobe Acrobat Pro.

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