The AdobePDF.dll file is required

The error »The file AdobePDF.dll is required» usually appears when the user tries to install an older version of Adobe Acrobat (in particular, Adobe Acrobat 8 ​​y Adobe Creative Suite CS3). Later, the user has the option to search for the required file. Most of the time, This problem is triggered on Windows operating systems from 64 bits.

This problem occurs because a component (Adobe PDF printer) not compatible with the operating systems of 64 bits, so the installer does not extract the AdobePDF.dll file when the user starts the installation procedure. Because of this, the installer cannot locate the file.

If you are currently struggling with this problem, we bring you good news. We have managed to identify a set of methods that have allowed users in a similar situation to solve the problem. Follow the methods listed below in order until you find a solution that solves your situation and allows you to install the Adobe product.

Method 1: use existing AdobePDF.dll file

The simplest method of the bunch is to use an already extracted version of AdobePDF.dll. If you have already installed another Adobe program before this method, there is a high probability that this method will solve your situation.

Here is a quick guide to using an already extracted version of AdobePDF.dll:

1. When the Files Needed windows appear, click the Browse button.

2. Click on the folder icon, then select the AdobePDF.dll file from the AMD folder 64.

   

3. With the AdobePDF.DLL file selected, click Open and then continue with the installation. You should be able to install the Adobe product without any problem.

If you cannot find the file or this method is not applicable, continue with Method 2.

Method 2: extract adobepdf.dll_64 from the data1.cab file

Many users not only confirm that this method works, It is also the default answer recommended by Adobe technicians for this problem.. This method involves manually extracting the adobepdf.dll_64 file from the data1.cab file and renaming it if necessary..

Follow the guide below to complete the installation using the adobepdf.dll_64 file as a replacement for AdobePDF.dll:

1. When the Files Needed message appears, minimize it and navigate to the installation CD or package that contains the Adobe product setup.exe file.

2. Right click on data1.cab and open it with a compression utility like WinZip or WinRar.

3. Extract the adobepdf.dll_64 file from data1.cab and place it somewhere reachable like your desktop.

4. Rename adobepdf.dll_64 to adobepdf.dll, but be careful not to remove the DLL extension.

5. Return to the Files Required prompt, click on Browser and select the file you just modified. You should be able to complete the installation without problems.

If you still cannot get past the error »AdobePDF.dll file is required«, continue to final method.

Method 3: download the AdobePDF.dll file externally

If the first two methods failed, you can fix the problem in a different way. This method involves downloading the AdobePDF DLL externally from a third-party web portal. We do not regularly suggest this type of procedure, but since he has no other alternative, follow the steps below to do it safely.

Follow these steps to use an external AdobePDF.dll file:

1. Visit este link (here) and download the appropriate AdobePDF.dll file for your version of Windows.

   Note: The file has been verified and does not contain any trace of malware.

2. When the Notice of Files Needed appears, press the Browse button and navigate to the location of the file you just downloaded.

   Note: If you haven't downloaded to a custom location, you will find the external file AdobePDF.dll in the Downloads folder. Then press Open to load the file into the installer.

3. Click OK and follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation. You should be able to complete the installation without problems.