Having trouble opening linked PDF files? If you receive an “Error 404 – Page not found” when trying to open PDF files, or if the files don't open after clicking the link, please try the following:
- Upgrade your Adobe Reader to the most recent version, which you download free of charge from the Adobe website.
- Configure Adobe Reader to open outside the browser. This is a one-time change for the user. Use the following steps:
- Open Adobe Reader.
- From the Edit menu, choose Preferences.
- On the left panel, click the “Internet” category.
- Locate and uncheck the box labeled “Display PDF in browser.”
- Click OK.
- Close Adobe Reader.
- Close any open browser windows and restart the website.
- Open the PDF link in a new browser window:
- Right-click the link.
- From the menu, select "Open Link in New Window."
- Save the PDF file to your local PC:
- Right-click the link.
- From the menu, select "Save Link As ..."
- A dialog box opens. Save the file to a directory.
- After saving the file, open it from the same directory where you saved it.
Note: The specific steps and menu options may vary depending on your browser type and version.