The website usually detects your OS automatically. Ensure it says "Windows 8" and "64-bit." If it doesn’t, click "Do you have a different language or operating system?" to select manually.
Before clicking download, review the "Optional offers" (like McAfee Security Scan). Uncheck them if you only want the PDF reader.
Easily fill out forms and add your legal electronic signature.
Click the "Download Acrobat Reader" button. An .exe file will save to your computer.
Adobe Acrobat Reader remains the most popular PDF viewer because of its reliability and deep feature set. Even on a 64-bit Windows 8 system, the software offers:
Ensure your Windows 8 is updated to 8.1 for the best compatibility with modern Adobe builds.
To ensure you get the correct 64-bit version for your PC, follow these steps: