PDF How-tos
PDF files may open in a web browser depending on your computer settings. Please make sure to open your PDF files in the Adobe Acrobat DC desktop app.
- Offers a consistent and reliable PDF viewing experience.
- Provides access to all the tools you need to edit, add comments, fill forms, and sign PDFs.
Browse to where you saved the PDF file, Right-click the PDF file, and then select Open with Adobe Acrobat DC.
Note: This is assuming you have the software installed (Acrobat Reader does not offer these tools). All Syracuse University owned devices should have this software installed. Please contact archit@syr.edu if you do not see it.
Table of Contents
How to fill and sign a PDF form
How to edit PDF files
Add new text to a PDF
How to compress your PDF file
How to combine and merge your files into one PDF
How to convert PDF files into Word documents
Useful links
Registrar information for Students (Web Forms & Downloadable Forms)