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How to Rotate PDF View in Adobe Acrobat Reader on Samsung DeX
Question details
The user needs to rotate the display orientation of a PDF document while presenting it on a fixed external monitor via Samsung DeX.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Device & OS
- Samsung Note 8 / Samsung DeX
- Scenario
- Attempting to present or read a PDF document on an external monitor using a Samsung smartphone connected via Samsung DeX.
- Observed behavior
- The external monitor's orientation is locked by Samsung DeX, and the mobile version of Acrobat Reader may lack a dedicated feature to rotate the view on the external display.
Ensure that your mobile device's operating system, Samsung DeX software, and the Adobe Acrobat Reader application are all updated to their latest versions to avoid feature limitations.
Use the Built-In Rotate View Option in Acrobat Reader
Attempt to rotate the document layout temporarily using the in-app viewing options provided by your current version of Acrobat Reader.
Some mobile versions of Adobe Acrobat Reader include built-in view controls that alter how the document is displayed without permanently modifying the original file.
Launch Adobe Acrobat Reader on your Samsung device and open the PDF file you wish to view.
Tap on the document screen to bring up the top or bottom toolbars, then locate the 'View' or 'Page' settings icon.
Select the 'Rotate View' option to adjust the orientation of the PDF pages for comfortable reading on your external monitor.
Permanently Rotate PDF Pages on a Desktop
If mobile viewing options fail, permanently rotate and save the PDF document on a desktop computer prior to the presentation.
Easily Rotate and Edit PDF Pages with WPS Office
WPS Office features a robust built-in PDF reader and editor that provides advanced page management tools, making it exceptionally simple to rotate PDF pages on both mobile devices and desktop computers. It acts as an excellent solution for presenting documents on external monitors or in Samsung DeX mode.
- 1. Download WPS Office: Install WPS Office for free from your device's app store or the official website.
- 2. Open the PDF File: Launch WPS Office and open the PDF document you need to present.
- 3. Access the Tools Menu: Tap on the 'Tools' icon at the bottom toolbar to reveal the advanced document editing features.
- 4. Select Page Editing: Navigate to the 'Edit' or 'Page' tab and choose the 'Rotate' option.
- 5. Adjust and Save: Rotate the document to the desired orientation and save the file to preserve the layout for your Samsung DeX presentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Samsung DeX lock the screen orientation on external monitors?
Samsung DeX is designed to emulate a desktop computer interface, which typically outputs a fixed landscape resolution to match standard monitors and televisions. As a result, system-level screen rotation is restricted to maintain interface stability.
Can I permanently save a rotated view on a mobile PDF app?
While simple PDF viewers only alter the display temporarily, advanced mobile PDF editors like WPS Office allow you to permanently rotate the actual pages and save the file, ensuring it opens correctly on any device.
Is WPS Office compatible with Samsung DeX mode?
Yes, WPS Office is fully optimized for Samsung DeX. It automatically adapts its user interface to provide a comprehensive, multi-window desktop experience when connected to an external display.
