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How to Restore A-Z Document Sorting in Acrobat Reader for iPad
Question details
The user needs to recover the alphabetical (A-Z) document display option to easily organize and find files.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Device & OS
- iPad
- Scenario
- Organizing and searching for local and cloud PDF documents within the application.
- Observed behavior
- After a recent app update, the A-Z document sorting feature became unavailable, making it difficult to find specific PDF files.
Ensure your iPad is connected to a stable Wi-Fi network and has sufficient battery life to complete an application update from the App Store.
Update Adobe Acrobat Reader via the App Store
Updating the application to version 18.10.1 or newer will officially restore the missing A-Z sorting feature on your iPad.
The temporary removal of the A-Z sorting display was recognized as an issue in a prior version of Acrobat Reader. Adobe has successfully resolved this in version 18.10.1, bringing back the ability to organize your files alphabetically.
Navigate to the home screen of your iPad and tap the App Store icon to launch the application.
Tap your profile picture icon located in the top right corner of the App Store interface to open your account settings and available updates.
Swipe down on the account screen to refresh the list of pending updates. Locate Adobe Acrobat Reader in the list and tap the 'Update' button to install version 18.10.1 or later.
Easily Manage and Sort PDFs with WPS Office on iPad
If you are looking for a more stable and feature-rich way to manage your files, WPS Office offers a built-in robust PDF reader for iPad. You can effortlessly sort your documents by name (A-Z), date, or size without worrying about missing features.
- 1. Download WPS Office: Get WPS Office for free from the iPad App Store and launch the application.
- 2. Access the Files tab: Tap on the 'Files' tab located at the bottom navigation bar to view your local and cloud documents.
- 3. Filter your documents by PDF: Select 'PDF' from the file type filters at the top of the screen to quickly isolate all your PDF files.
- 4. Apply A-Z Sorting: Tap the sort icon (usually represented by up and down arrows) and choose 'Name' to instantly sort your PDF documents alphabetically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the A-Z sorting option disappear from my Acrobat Reader?
The feature was either temporarily removed or bugged during a previous application update. Adobe identified the issue and restored the sorting functionality in version 18.10.1.
How can I check my current version of Acrobat Reader on iPad?
Open the Acrobat Reader app, tap on your profile or the Settings (gear) icon, and scroll to the bottom of the menu. Your current version number will be displayed under the 'About' section.
What should I do if the App Store doesn't show an update for Acrobat Reader?
Open the App Store, tap your profile icon, and pull down firmly on the screen to manually refresh the updates page. If no update appears, your app might already be on the latest version.
Are there other ways to sort my PDF documents on an iPad?
Yes, depending on the PDF application you use, you can typically sort files by 'Date Modified' or 'File Size' by accessing the sorting options menu in your document library.
