When I tried to download a PDF form, I got a message asking me what application to use. I selected Word (or another program). Now all I see is weird symbols when I look at the file. What can I do?


The majority of online LDR forms are in a PDF file format. To view these files, you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader, you can download it free. The easiest way to fix your problem, is to install Adobe Acrobat Reader. Once the installation is complete (you may have to restart your computer), your computer will no longer use Word to view the PDF file. Your computer will use Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the files instead.

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