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Confused!!!!

Hi all,
Im confused! :(
I am unable to read any PDF files that i download.
When i go to open them up they're all gobbeldygook!
I have tried changing the TEXT ENCODING to WINDOWS but its no use.
So PLEASE if you can help i'll be very greatful.
Many thanks,
Siany x

Comments

  • KillerWatt
    KillerWatt Posts: 1,655 Forumite
    You need a PDF reader to view PDF files

    http://www.foxitsoftware.com/pdf/reader/
    Remember kids, it's the volts that jolt and the mills that kill.
  • macman
    macman Posts: 53,129 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper
    What program are you trying to open them with?
    Most PC's have Adobe Reader installed on them, if not it's a free download.
    No free lunch, and no free laptop ;)
  • Chris55_2
    Chris55_2 Posts: 174 Forumite
    If you used to be able to do this then it's possible that the file association in Windows has been changed. I'm on XP and if you right click the file and select "Open With" is Adobe Acrobat (or one of the other PDF readers) in the list? If so select it, and click the box that says "Always open with...".
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