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How to Share a PDF File Instead of a Link in Acrobat Reader Mobile
Question details
The user wants to share an actual PDF document directly from the Acrobat Reader Mobile app rather than sending a cloud storage link.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat Reader Mobile
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Sharing a PDF document with others via a mobile application.
- Observed behavior
- The application automatically uploads the file to Adobe Cloud Storage and generates a shareable link by default, instead of attaching the physical file.
Ensure you have the PDF document saved locally on your mobile device and that your Acrobat Reader application is updated to the latest version.
Use the 'Send a Copy' Option to Attach the Physical File
Selecting the 'Send a Copy' option prevents the app from uploading the document to Adobe Cloud and forces it to attach the actual PDF file to your sharing app.
By design, Acrobat Reader Mobile uploads files to Adobe Cloud Storage to generate a lightweight link for sharing. If you need to send the actual file attachment for offline viewing or record-keeping, you must manually bypass this default behavior.
Launch Adobe Acrobat Reader Mobile and open the PDF file you wish to share.
Tap the 'Share' icon located at the top of the document screen.
Instead of completing the default sharing prompt, scroll down and select the 'Send a Copy' option.
Select your preferred email client or messaging app from the sharing panel to send the actual PDF file attachment.
Easily Share PDF Files Directly with WPS Office
Avoid unwanted cloud links and complex menus by using WPS Office to seamlessly share your actual PDF documents as direct attachments on any mobile device.
- 1. Open your document: Launch the WPS Office mobile app and open the PDF file you want to send.
- 2. Tap the Share button: Tap the 'Share' icon located in the bottom toolbar or top menu.
- 3. Select File sharing: Choose 'Share as File' or 'Send File' from the available sharing options.
- 4. Complete the transfer: Select your email or messaging application to instantly attach and send the physical PDF document.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Acrobat Reader Mobile default to sending links instead of files?
Acrobat Reader Mobile defaults to uploading files to Adobe Cloud Storage to save mobile data, avoid email attachment size limits, and ensure the recipient always accesses the most up-to-date version of the document.
How can I prevent my PDFs from automatically uploading to Adobe Cloud?
To bypass the cloud upload when sharing, you must explicitly select the 'Send a Copy' feature in the sharing menu, which extracts the local file and attaches it directly.
Can I still send a physical copy if the PDF is already stored in Adobe Cloud?
Yes. Even if the file is stored in Adobe Cloud Storage, selecting 'Send a Copy' will temporarily download the document to your device and share it as a standard file attachment through your chosen app.
