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Adobe Acrobat 9 Compatibility with Windows 8 and Office 2013
Question details
The user wants to know if their Adobe Acrobat 9 Standard serial number can be used and if the software is compatible after upgrading to Windows 8 and Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2013.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat 9 Standard, Microsoft Office 2013
- Device & OS
- Windows 8
- Scenario
- Upgrading the operating system and office suite while trying to retain and use older PDF software.
- Observed behavior
- Seeking confirmation on whether the Acrobat 9 Standard serial number remains valid and if the software integrates with the upgraded Windows 8 and Office 2013 environment.
Before attempting to install legacy software on a newer operating system, ensure you have your original installation media and serial numbers ready, and check for any known compatibility issues with your specific OS version.
Install Adobe Acrobat 9 Using Compatibility Mode
Adobe Acrobat 9 is not officially supported on Windows 8 or Office 2013, but you can attempt to install it using Windows Compatibility Mode for basic PDF functions.
Adobe ended official support for Acrobat 9 before Windows 8 and Office 2013 were released. Because of this, the Acrobat PDFMaker add-in (which places the 'Save as Adobe PDF' button in Word and Excel) is fundamentally incompatible with Office 2013 and will not function.
However, your serial number is still valid for activation. You can try installing the program in Compatibility Mode to achieve basic PDF viewing and use the virtual 'Print to PDF' feature.
Right-click the Adobe Acrobat 9 Standard installation file (setup.exe) and select 'Properties' from the context menu.
Navigate to the 'Compatibility' tab. Check the box that says 'Run this program in compatibility mode for' and select 'Windows 7' or 'Windows XP (Service Pack 3)' from the dropdown list.
Click 'Apply' and then 'OK'. Double-click the installer to run it, and enter your Acrobat 9 Standard serial number when prompted during the setup.
Upgrade to a Modern PDF Solution
If you require full integration with Office 2013 and a stable experience on modern operating systems, upgrading your PDF software is highly recommended.
Resolve Office and PDF Compatibility Issues with WPS Office
Instead of struggling to integrate outdated PDF software with Microsoft Office, switch to WPS Office. It provides a lightweight, highly compatible office suite with a robust built-in PDF editor, eliminating the need for third-party add-ins entirely.
- 1. Download WPS Office: Visit the official WPS website and download the free installation package for Windows.
- 2. Install the Software: Run the installer and follow the on-screen prompts to set up WPS Office on your Windows 8 device.
- 3. Open and Edit PDFs Directly: Launch WPS Office. You can now open Microsoft Office documents and natively export or edit them as PDFs without needing Adobe Acrobat 9.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the Adobe PDFMaker add-in for Acrobat 9 work in Office 2013?
No, the PDFMaker add-in for Acrobat 9 is fundamentally incompatible with Office 2013. The architecture changed, and you will not see the Adobe PDF tab on the Office ribbon.
Can I still print documents to PDF using Acrobat 9 on Windows 8?
Yes, in most cases, installing Acrobat 9 in compatibility mode will install the 'Adobe PDF' virtual printer, allowing you to create PDFs by choosing File > Print in Office 2013.
Is my Acrobat 9 Standard serial number still valid for activation?
Yes, your serial number is a perpetual license for Acrobat 9 Standard and remains valid for activation. However, being able to activate the software does not guarantee that it will function correctly on unsupported newer operating systems.
What should I do if Acrobat 9 frequently crashes on Windows 8?
Try running the application in Compatibility Mode for Windows 7 or Windows XP. If the crashes persist, the software is too old for your environment, and you should consider upgrading to a newer PDF tool or using an all-in-one suite like WPS Office.
