Uninstalling Adobe Acrobat Pro DC 2023.001.20093×64 on Windows: A Step-by-Step Guide
Preparation is Key
Before you begin the uninstallation process, make sure you have the following:
- Adobe Acrobat Pro DC 2023.001.20093×64 installed on your computer
- Windows 10 or Windows 11 operating system
- Administrative privileges (if you’re using a Windows 10 or 11 system)
Step 1: Close All Adobe Acrobat Pro DC Applications
- Stop all Adobe Acrobat Pro DC applications from running in the background. You can do this by:
- Pressing Ctrl + Alt + Del (Windows) or Command + Option + Esc (Mac) to open the Task Manager
- Finding the Adobe Acrobat Pro DC applications in the list of running processes
- Clicking on the application to stop it
- Verify that all Adobe Acrobat Pro DC applications are closed by checking the Task Manager or the Applications folder
Step 2: Uninstall Adobe Acrobat Pro DC from the Control Panel
- Open the Control Panel by pressing Windows + I (Windows) or Command + Option + I (Mac)
- Navigate to the Programs and Features section
- Click on "Uninstall a program" or "Uninstall Adobe Acrobat Pro DC"
- Select Adobe Acrobat Pro DC from the list of installed programs
- Click on "Uninstall" to begin the uninstallation process
Step 3: Uninstall Adobe Acrobat Pro DC from the Command Prompt
- Open the Command Prompt by pressing Windows + R (Windows) or Command + Option + R (Mac)
- Type the following command and press Enter:
msiexec /x AdobeAcrobatProDC.exe /qn
- This command will uninstall Adobe Acrobat Pro DC from the command prompt
- Note: This command requires administrative privileges
Step 4: Uninstall Adobe Acrobat Pro DC from the Windows Installer
- Open the Windows Installer by pressing Windows + R (Windows) or Command + Option + R (Mac)
- Navigate to the Control Panel section
- Click on "Programs and Features" (or "Add or Remove Programs" in older versions)
- Find Adobe Acrobat Pro DC in the list of installed programs
- Click on "Uninstall" to begin the uninstallation process
Step 5: Verify the Uninstallation
- After uninstalling Adobe Acrobat Pro DC, verify that it is no longer installed on your computer by:
- Checking the Control Panel or the Programs and Features section
- Opening the Adobe Acrobat Pro DC application and verifying that it is not running
- Checking the Task Manager or the Applications folder to ensure that Adobe Acrobat Pro DC is no longer running
Troubleshooting Tips
- If you encounter any issues during the uninstallation process, try the following:
- Check for any remaining Adobe Acrobat Pro DC files in the Windows Recycle Bin or the C:Users
AppDataRoamingAdobeAcrobat folder - Try uninstalling Adobe Acrobat Pro DC using the Command Prompt (as mentioned in Step 3)
- Contact Adobe Support for further assistance
- Check for any remaining Adobe Acrobat Pro DC files in the Windows Recycle Bin or the C:Users
Conclusion
Uninstalling Adobe Acrobat Pro DC from your Windows computer is a straightforward process that requires minimal technical expertise. By following these steps, you should be able to successfully uninstall Adobe Acrobat Pro DC and free up disk space. Remember to verify that the uninstallation is complete by checking the Control Panel or the Programs and Features section, and to keep your computer’s files and programs up to date to prevent any potential issues.