Windows 10: Acrobat Reader App not launching after Windows 11 24H2 update?

Hi,I am using Windows 11. The Acrobat Reader application stopped working after 24H2 update. I tried uninstalling the app but it fails to launch. In Task manager I could see two instances but no GUI on screen. Anybody has any clue on how to resolve this issue.

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Windows 10 won't recognise Adobe Acrobat Reader on my laptop so I can't open PDFs - any suggestions?

Hi Sarah,

There could be a number of factors as to why you are having issues launching the Adobe Acrobat Reader app. This could be caused by a software conflict or due to an issue with the application itself.

I suggest that you reset your Adobe Acrobat Reader application by following the steps provided below:

• Go to Settings > Apps > Apps & Features.
  
• Click the Adobe Acrobat Reader app from the list and then choose Advanced options.
  
• Click Reset.

Let us know how it goes and we'll assist you further if needed.

 

Acrobat Reader DC keeps popping on screen

Hello,

As per the issue description, I understand that issue with Acrobat reader DC and its popping every time while working on computer. I will certainly help you to resolve the issue.

There might be a possibility that new security updates are constantly released for the Adobe Acrobat Reader software to provide increased functionality and to patch any security loopholes that might be present. Every time a new update has been downloaded
and is ready to install, a notification will pop up to alert the user. There are instances where these can be annoying or intrusive; for example, while giving a business presentation with the aid of a PDF document. Disabling the Acrobat Reader pop-ups will
prevent this type of interruption.

Method 1



I would suggest you to follow the steps given below and check if it helps.

Step 1

Launch Adobe Acrobat Reader.

Step 2

Click "Edit" from the menu bar at the top of the Adobe Reader window and then click "Preferences" from the list of options displayed. Click the "Updater" category on the list of options displayed on the "Preferences" submenu

Step 3

Click the radio button next to "Do not download or install updates automatically" below the "Check for updates" section.

Step 4

Click "OK" and then click "Yes" when asked if you want to allow the changes. Acrobat Reader will no longer keep displaying pop-ups prompting you to install available updates.

Method 2

I would suggest you to scan your computer with Microsoft Safety scanner just to make sure that computer is free of all infections

You can scan your PC with Microsoft Safety Scanner to ensure your PC is not infected.

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Hope it helps, Please write back to us if you need any further assistance, we'll be glad to assist you.

Regards

 

Can't change default app from Acrobat Reader DC to Acrobat


VICTORY AT LAST!!!!
The solution turns out to be installing Reader XI in lieu of Reader DC. Reader XI at can be found at:
Adobe - Download Adobe Acrobat Reader. Although the page title is Adobe Reader DC Distribution you can select "Reader 11.1.10 English for Windows" in the Step 3 dropdown. The downloaded install file is "AdobeRe11010_en_US.exe".

During the installation a dialogue box allows you to decide if it becomes the default pdf handler.



This option is not available with Reader DC.
During the installation of Reader XI the pdf file association is changed to Edge so you'll need to change it back to Acrobat 9.5. That's it all done. Just remember not to accept and upgrade to Reader DC in the future.