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Fix XLS Page Switching Not Working in Acrobat Reader Mobile
Question details
The user is unable to navigate or switch pages when viewing an XLS spreadsheet file in the Adobe Acrobat Reader mobile app following a recent update.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat Reader Mobile
- Device & OS
- Mobile (iOS / Android)
- Scenario
- Attempting to navigate through multi-page XLS (Excel) files directly within the Adobe Acrobat Reader mobile application.
- Observed behavior
- The page switching functionality is broken, preventing the user from viewing different pages or sheets of the XLS file.
Ensure your mobile device is connected to a stable Wi-Fi network before attempting to download application updates from your device's app store.
Update Acrobat Reader Mobile to the Latest Version
Adobe has acknowledged this navigation bug and released a patch in newer versions of the app.
Software updates often contain essential bug fixes for known issues. Updating your Adobe Acrobat Reader application to version 17.06.12 or newer will restore the XLS page navigation functionality.
Launch the App Store (on iOS) or Google Play Store (on Android) on your mobile device.
Type 'Adobe Acrobat Reader' into the search bar and tap on the official app profile.
Tap the 'Update' button to install the latest version. If you only see an 'Open' button, your app is already up to date.
Relaunch the Acrobat Reader app, reopen your XLS file, and verify that page navigation and sheet switching now work correctly.
Convert the XLS File to PDF Format Before Viewing
Since Acrobat Reader is primarily optimized for PDFs, converting your Excel sheet to a PDF first ensures seamless multi-page navigation.
Use WPS Office to Open and Navigate XLS Files
Avoid spreadsheet viewing bugs in PDF readers by using WPS Office. It provides powerful native support for XLS and XLSX files on mobile, allowing you to easily switch between sheets, view formats exactly as intended, and edit cells seamlessly.
- 1. Install WPS Office: Download and install the WPS Office app from the App Store or Google Play Store.
- 2. Open the Application: Launch WPS Office on your mobile device and grant the necessary file access permissions if prompted.
- 3. Locate Your XLS File: Tap on the 'Files' tab or use the search function to browse your device storage for the XLS file you wish to view.
- 4. Navigate Between Sheets: Tap the file to open it in the native spreadsheet viewer. Use the sheet tabs at the bottom of the screen to switch between different pages effortlessly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Acrobat Reader struggle with navigating XLS files?
Adobe Acrobat Reader is primarily designed for rendering and interacting with PDF documents. While it includes limited support for other file types, native spreadsheet features like multi-sheet switching are not its primary focus and can occasionally experience bugs after app updates.
What is the minimum Acrobat Reader version required to fix the XLS page bug?
You need to update your Adobe Acrobat Reader Mobile application to at least version 17.06.12 to ensure the XLS page switching fix is applied.
Can I view multiple sheets of an Excel file in WPS Office for free?
Yes, WPS Office provides full, free support for viewing, navigating, and editing multi-sheet Microsoft Excel files directly on your mobile device.
