I don't use any specific PDF reader.

firework10188
Junior Member

11-05-2025, 10:54 PM

I've been using Adobe Acrobat XI for my PDFs, but it tends to slow down during simple tasks like scrolling. I'm looking for lighter, faster readers that still offer decent features. Foxit Reader and Sumatra seem promising, though Sumatra lacks strong functionality. OCR support would be helpful but isn't essential. A free option with good performance would be ideal. Any recommendations would be appreciated.

firework10188

11-05-2025, 10:54 PM #1

flyer78
Senior Member

425

11-18-2025, 01:22 PM

I operate with Adobe Reader and encounter no issues.

flyer78

11-18-2025, 01:22 PM #2

I operate with Adobe Reader and encounter no issues.

MichaelFW
Member

171

11-18-2025, 06:58 PM

Adobe user. Others prefer Foxit.

MichaelFW

11-18-2025, 06:58 PM #3

Adobe user. Others prefer Foxit.

Ilia_Zer0
Member

224

11-19-2025, 02:22 AM

It seems unusual... I believe my adaptation is from a more recent version, possibly Adobe Acrobat XI Pro.

Ilia_Zer0

11-19-2025, 02:22 AM #4

It seems unusual... I believe my adaptation is from a more recent version, possibly Adobe Acrobat XI Pro.

josh_k1310
Member

224

11-20-2025, 12:57 PM

chrome

josh_k1310

11-20-2025, 12:57 PM #5

chrome

kelusky101
Member

181

11-20-2025, 11:52 PM

SumatraPDF

kelusky101

11-20-2025, 11:52 PM #6

SumatraPDF

Sebluigi
Senior Member

727

11-21-2025, 02:46 AM

Unclear why some prefer distinct tools for this task, but whatever it is

Sebluigi

11-21-2025, 02:46 AM #7

Unclear why some prefer distinct tools for this task, but whatever it is

BrightKitty
Junior Member

11-22-2025, 08:24 AM

Adobe Reader X, avoid updates for four years.

BrightKitty

11-22-2025, 08:24 AM #8

Adobe Reader X, avoid updates for four years.

ExplodingNt
Member

107

11-22-2025, 08:54 AM

Adobe Reader X is available for free and performs adequately for reading PDF files without needing alternative programs.

ExplodingNt

11-22-2025, 08:54 AM #9

Adobe Reader X is available for free and performs adequately for reading PDF files without needing alternative programs.

Tinypep
Member

11-29-2025, 04:43 AM

#10

I'm using the latest Acrobat DC version. I don't like the current Metro style—it looks too white. It also doesn't save my sidebar settings. Good OCR is a paid service; you can try free options, but they have restrictions and errors.

Tinypep

11-29-2025, 04:43 AM #10