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How to Edit Storage Locations in Acrobat Reader on iPad
Question details
The user wants to learn how to remove external drives from the Locations menu in Acrobat Reader on an iPad, and how to add or prioritize iCloud storage.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Device & OS
- iPadOS
- Scenario
- Managing file locations and removing unused cloud storage services from the Files menu on the iPad app.
- Observed behavior
- Users can successfully remove connected third-party drives, but built-in options like 'On This Device' cannot be removed individually, and iCloud cannot be manually added or moved to the top of the menu.
Verify that your Acrobat Reader app is updated to the latest version on your iPad and ensure you are logged into your Adobe account to manage your connected cloud services.
Remove External Cloud Storage Services
Use the Edit function in the Files menu to disconnect third-party cloud drives like Google Drive, OneDrive, or Dropbox from Acrobat Reader.
This method allows you to clean up your Locations menu by removing external cloud storage accounts that you no longer use within the Acrobat Reader app.
Launch the Acrobat Reader app on your iPad and tap on the 'Files' tab located at the bottom of the screen.
Tap the 'Edit' button in the upper-right corner of the screen to modify your connected storage locations.
Locate the external storage service you want to remove (such as Google Drive or Dropbox) and tap the red minus icon next to it.
Tap 'Done' to finalize your changes and remove the drive from your Locations list.
Managing Built-in Locations via IT Deployment
Built-in local storage options cannot be removed by standard users, but they can be disabled by an IT administrator for organization-provided accounts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I move iCloud to the top of the storage list in Acrobat Reader?
No, currently Acrobat Reader does not allow users to manually add iCloud to the Locations menu or rearrange the list to place iCloud at the very top.
Why can't I remove 'On This Device' from my iPad Acrobat app?
'On This Device' and 'From Photos' are core default storage options that Adobe restricts individual users from removing to ensure the app can always access local files.
Can an IT admin hide local storage options in Acrobat Reader?
Yes, if your Acrobat account is managed by an enterprise or organization, an IT administrator can disable access to internal storage files through Acrobat Mobile App Deployment settings.
