Fix Adobe Acrobat Pro Not Printing on Mac Until Clicked Twice
Question details
The user needs to fix an issue where attempting to print a PDF document requires double-clicking the print command before the printer dialog responds.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat Pro
- Device & OS
- macOS
- Scenario
- Initiating a print job for a PDF document using the File menu or keyboard shortcuts.
- Observed behavior
- Clicking File > Print initially does nothing. The user must open the printer dialog and click Print a second time for the print job to execute.
Verify your current macOS version and ensure you have an active internet connection to download potential printer driver updates.
Update the Printer Drivers for macOS
Outdated or incompatible printer drivers are the most common cause of communication failures between Adobe Acrobat and the macOS print spooler.
Printer manufacturers frequently release driver updates to maintain compatibility with new macOS versions and fix underlying software bugs that cause delays or unresponsive print commands.
Check the physical label on your printer to find the exact manufacturer and model number.
Navigate to the official support website for your printer brand (such as HP, Canon, Epson, or Brother) and access the Downloads or Support section.
Search for your specific printer model, select your current macOS version from the dropdown, and download the latest available printer driver.
Run the downloaded installer package, follow the on-screen instructions, and restart your Mac to ensure the new drivers are properly loaded into the system.
Remove and Reinstall the Printer
Resetting the printer configuration on your Mac clears up corrupted driver caches and establishes a fresh connection.
Print PDFs Effortlessly on Mac Using WPS Office
If Adobe Acrobat continues to require multiple clicks to print, you can bypass the issue entirely by using WPS Office. WPS Office provides native PDF viewing and printing capabilities on macOS without driver communication conflicts.
- 1. Open Your PDF: Launch WPS Office on your Mac and open the PDF document you wish to print.
- 2. Access the Print Menu: Click on 'File' in the top menu bar and select 'Print', or use the keyboard shortcut Cmd+P.
- 3. Configure Settings: Select your target printer and adjust essential settings like copy count, page range, and scaling.
- 4. Print the Document: Click the 'Print' button at the bottom right. WPS Office immediately communicates with macOS to start the print job.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Acrobat make me click Print twice on Mac?
This happens due to a miscommunication between the Adobe Acrobat application interface and the macOS print spooler. It is frequently caused by outdated printer drivers or a corrupted printer configuration profile on the Mac.
Will updating my Mac fix PDF printing delays?
Yes, installing the latest macOS software updates often includes new background printer drivers and bug fixes for the native printing system, which can resolve app-specific printing glitches.
Can I print a PDF using another program if Acrobat fails?
Absolutely. You can open and print your PDF using the built-in macOS Preview app, or use an all-in-one suite like WPS Office, which natively handles PDF printing and bypasses Acrobat's specific bugs.
