Adobe Reader is a popular utility for viewing PDF files. In the event that problems appeared in its functioning or you simply decided to install an alternative utility for viewing documents, it is important to completely remove Adobe Reader from the system so that it does not take up extra disk space and does not affect the operation of the operating system.
Instructions
Step 1
To uninstall the program for the first time, you can use the standard Windows menu. To do this, open "Start" - "Control Panel". Click on the "Programs" - "Programs and Features" section.
Step 2
Wait for the list of applications installed on your computer to load. Among them, find the Adobe Reader item and right-click on it. In the context menu that appears, click the "Delete" item. Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the procedure.
Step 3
Adobe Reader leaves traces in the system in the form of registry entries. Use CCleaner or Revo Uninstaller to remove them. In the event that you have chosen the CCleaner program, install it and run it on your computer. Then go to the "Registry" section and click on the "Search for problems" button.
Step 4
After the system scan is finished, click "Fix" - "Fix all". This procedure will remove any empty entries associated with the program that remain in the system. It is worth noting that with the help of CCleaner, you can fix problems after uninstalling absolutely any programs in the same way.
Step 5
With this utility, you can also check if Adobe services remain on the system after uninstallation. Go to the "Service" - "Startup" section of the program window. Look for items with the word Adobe in the title. Select them with the left mouse button and press the Del button on the keyboard. After completing all operations, restart the computer to complete the procedure.
Step 6
If you have installed Revo Uninstaller, you will need to switch to Advanced mode to edit registry entries. In the program window, enter search for Adobe Reader and click "Open Registry Key". Click "Select All" in the menu that appears, and then "Delete." Confirm the operation and click the "Yes" button. The program has been completely removed from the computer. Restart your computer to apply the changes.
