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How to Sync Local PDF Folders Between iPad, iPhone, and Adobe Cloud
Question details
The user wants to synchronize locally stored PDF files and folder structures across their iPad, iPhone, and Adobe Document Cloud for seamless access.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Device & OS
- iOS / iPadOS
- Scenario
- Accessing and managing local PDF files seamlessly across multiple Apple devices.
- Observed behavior
- PDF files saved in the Local folder remain on the specific device and do not automatically sync to other devices or Adobe Document Cloud.
Ensure you have an active Adobe account and are signed into the exact same account on both your iPad and iPhone before attempting to sync your files.
Upload Local PDF Files to Adobe Document Cloud
Move your local files to Adobe's cloud storage so they can be accessed from any device logged into your account.
Files stored in the 'On This iPad' or 'On This iPhone' local folders are isolated to that specific hardware. To make them available everywhere, you must manually upload or move them to Adobe Document Cloud. Keep in mind that complex local folder structures cannot be bulk-synced directly and may need to be recreated manually in the cloud environment.
Open Adobe Acrobat Reader on the device containing the local PDF files. Navigate to the 'Files' tab at the bottom and select 'On This Device'.
Tap the three dots (More options icon) next to the PDF file you want to sync, or use the selection tool to choose multiple files.
Select 'Move' or tap 'Save to Adobe Document Cloud' from the context menu to upload the document.
Open Acrobat Reader on your other iPad or iPhone, ensure you are signed in with the same Adobe ID, and tap 'Adobe Cloud' in the Files tab to access the synced PDFs.
Sync PDFs Across All Devices with WPS Office
Use WPS Office to easily manage, edit, and sync your PDF documents across your iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Windows PC. With WPS Cloud, your documents are automatically updated and accessible anywhere without the hassle of manual uploading.
- 1. Install WPS Office: Download and install WPS Office on your iPhone and iPad from the App Store.
- 2. Sign in to your account: Sign in with the same WPS account credentials on all your devices.
- 3. Save to WPS Cloud: Open a local PDF, tap the 'Tools' menu, select 'Save As', and choose 'WPS Cloud' as the destination.
- 4. Access anywhere: Navigate to the 'Cloud' tab on your other devices to instantly view and edit your seamlessly synced PDFs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why aren't my PDFs syncing between my iPad and iPhone automatically?
By default, if a PDF is saved to the local storage (such as the 'On This iPad' folder), it is not connected to any cloud service. You must move the file to a cloud drive like Adobe Document Cloud or iCloud to enable cross-device syncing.
Can I sync entire folders with subfolders to Adobe Document Cloud at once?
Adobe Document Cloud does not fully support the bulk uploading of deeply nested local folders while preserving the exact hierarchy on mobile devices. You will likely need to create new folders within the cloud tab and upload the files manually into them.
Is there a way to use Apple's iCloud Drive instead of Adobe Cloud for syncing PDFs?
Yes. You can save your PDF files into the iCloud Drive folder using the native iOS Files app. Any PDF application, including Adobe Acrobat Reader and WPS Office, can then access and open files directly from iCloud Drive, keeping them synced across all your Apple devices.
Do I need a paid subscription to sync PDFs across iOS devices?
Basic file syncing to Adobe Document Cloud or WPS Cloud is generally free up to a certain storage limit. However, expanding your cloud storage capacity or using advanced PDF editing features may require a premium subscription.
