How to Get Adobe Acrobat Reader Crash Logs from iPad or iPhone
Question details
The user needs to locate and extract crash logs for the Adobe Acrobat Reader app from an iOS device (iPhone or iPad) to diagnose and report app crashes.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Device & OS
- iOS, macOS, Windows
- Scenario
- The Adobe Acrobat Reader app is crashing on an iPhone or iPad, and the user must retrieve the generated crash reports to send to support for troubleshooting.
- Observed behavior
- Crash logs are generated and stored locally on the iOS device, requiring the user to sync the device with a computer to extract and share the log files.
Ensure your iPhone or iPad is connected to your computer via a USB cable and that you have installed the latest version of iTunes (on Windows or older macOS) or Finder (on modern macOS) to properly sync your device.
Retrieve Crash Logs via Mac
Sync your iOS device with your Mac to access the locally stored diagnostic crash logs in your system's Library folder.
When an app crashes on your iOS device, the system automatically generates a log file. By syncing your device with your Mac, these logs are transferred to your computer where they can be easily copied and sent to support teams.
On your iPhone or iPad, open 'Settings', navigate to 'Privacy' (or 'Privacy & Security'), tap 'Analytics & Improvements', and ensure 'Share iPhone Analytics' is toggled on.
Connect your device to your Mac. Open Finder (or iTunes on older macOS versions), select your device from the sidebar, and initiate a full sync.
Open Finder. Click 'Go' in the top menu bar, hold down the 'Option' key, and click 'Library'. Navigate to the path: ~/Library/Logs/CrashReporter/MobileDevice/.
Open the folder that matches your iOS device's name. Look for files named in the format 'Adobe Acrobat_<DATE_TIME>_<DEVICE_NAME>.crash'.
Attach the located crash files, along with the specific PDF document that was open during the crash, and email them to adobereader-ios@adobe.com with a brief description of the issue.
Retrieve Crash Logs via Windows PC
Use iTunes on a Windows computer to sync your iPhone or iPad and locate the crash reports within the hidden AppData directory.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I view the crash logs directly on my iPhone without a computer?
Yes. You can view raw crash logs directly on your iOS device by going to Settings > Privacy > Analytics & Improvements > Analytics Data. Scroll down to find logs starting with 'Adobe Acrobat'. However, exporting multiple logs is generally easier via a computer sync.
Why is the CrashReporter folder empty on my Mac or Windows PC?
The folder may be empty if you have not synced your iPhone or iPad with your computer recently, or if you have 'Share iPhone Analytics' disabled in your device's privacy settings. Ensure the setting is on and perform a fresh sync.
Can I email a crash log directly from my iPad?
Yes. If you navigate to Settings > Privacy > Analytics & Improvements > Analytics Data and tap on the specific Adobe Acrobat crash log, you can use the 'Share' icon in the top right corner to email the log text directly to support.
