PDF is an open file format standard for document exchange created by Adobe Systems.
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Best way to read programming/technical/math PDFs on Android device
I have a ton of programming/technical/math PDFs that I would like to read on my Samsung Epic 4G. I have tried Adobe's PDF reader and ThinkFree office and the reading views destroy the code snippets ...
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5answers
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Is there an app which supports both PDF and epub ebook formats?
Are there any apps which support both PDF and EPUB files?
I've tried Alkido, Laputa, and StarBooks, they only seem to support either PDF OR epub, not both.
Any suggestions?
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PDF reader app that remembers the last page you were on?
I usually access my PDFs via the DropBox app on my phone.
Every time I open the same PDF it starts back at page 1.
Is there a way to set up the Android Adobe Reader app to remember the last page I ...
8
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3answers
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How do I download PDF documents from Gmail?
When I receive a PDF attachment, the Gmail app only gives the option to preview it, not download. It opens in the default PDF reader (I have Adobe's reader).
How can I save the PDF instead?
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4answers
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Is there a PDF (or epub) reader that allows to take notes (or at least to copy text)?
I have many PDFs that I would like to read on my Galaxy Tab and then take notes. Preferably the notes would be attached to the document (may be like Skim does), but as a workaround I can also imagine ...
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5answers
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What is the best way to read PDFs on Android?
What is the best way to convert PDF's to some kind of format that is easily readable? For example can you convert it to ebook format?
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pdf reader which has zoom and width locking? [closed]
I have both Adobe Reader and EZPDF. Are are both lacking. I want to lock the width and zoom and everything once I have a pdf open to my preferred settings. I just want to page up or down when ...
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4answers
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How can I write in a PDF with a tablet and a pen (a.k.a Is there a Xournal alternative for Android)?
There is already a similar question, which is about the Xoom and note taking. But I'd like to ask this in a more general way:
Given a tablet (and a pen), how can I write - not just adding notes and ...
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3answers
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How to convert PDF to read on Android Kindle?
I can convert my PDFs to the nice AZW format through the Amazon Kindle free email converter.
However, I did not yet figure out how I can add the resulting .azw file to my Android Kindle app as well - ...
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3answers
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How to change default PDF viewer on Nook Color?
I just upgraded my Nook Color to the
new 1.2 version that supports apps.
I purchased the ezPDF Reader app
which supports bookmarks and other
advanced features for PDFs which the
default Nook Color ...
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1answer
480 views
Is there a way to make a link to a specific page of a PDF file *on the desktop*?
Like, how a lot of application shortcuts let you link a particular shortcut within the application on the shortcut - like how the Dropbox Android application allows you to set shortcuts to particular ...
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votes
1answer
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eBooks from Amazon Market or from Android Market?
I have finally succeeded at Rooting and installing Android Market on my Fire, but now I'm wondering if there are any complications with using both the Market and Amazon to purchase ebooks.
Scenario
...
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2answers
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Is there a way to adjust the size of the text when reading PDF files?
When I use Aldiko to a book in epub format on a mobile device with a small screen, I can read it without problems. The text is adjustable to the size, the application has no issues.
The opposite is ...
4
votes
3answers
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PDF reader with text wrapping [closed]
Is there any PDF reader in the market that has text wrap functionality?
What I'm talking about is the way text wraps when you zoom-in on a webpage.
Most of the PDFs are meant to be read on a computer ...
4
votes
1answer
1k views
How can I add and edit bookmarks within a PDF on Android?
I use my Android tablet to read long PDF files.
How can I add and edit bookmarks within a PDF on Android?
4
votes
2answers
244 views
App to sync PDFs between Linux laptop and Android phone?
I like reading research papers on both my laptop and on my phone. I'd love to be easily send a PDF to the phone while reading it on the laptop, so I can read it later on the subway or when I am ...
4
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2answers
2k views
any pdf reader with annotation feature (open source)?
I am looking for a pdf reader for android which can also annotate, select, highlight text. Any open source option?
Like Foxit Reader?
4
votes
1answer
696 views
How can I view a PDF in 2-up?
Is there a way to view PDFs on Android that lets you show 2-up like a regular book? - or like the 2-up option on desktop Acrobat Reader (with first page as cover)?
4
votes
3answers
716 views
Is there any graphic-accelerated PDF reader for Android?
I use Adobe's Reader and ThinkFree Office, but they both are too slow. Any suggestions?
4
votes
2answers
446 views
What's a good way to read PDF musical scores on Android tablet in rehearsal and performance?
As a chorus and opera singer, I frequently download public-domain scores in PDF form. I would like to read them on an Android tablet during rehearsals. I don't have an Android tablet myself yet, but ...
3
votes
2answers
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Is there a PDF/eBook Reader like the “Google Playbook” Tablet?
I'm a really big fan of the Google Playbook reader, especially for an Android Tablet. I love the 2 columns and the effect when you go to other page. So I was wondering, is there a PDF/eBook reader ...
3
votes
3answers
1k views
Free PDF reader for Android phone that has a “Go To page” function
Is there a free PDF reader for the Android phone that has a "Go To page" function?
When I try to read a 600+ page document on my smartphone I find it tedious to scroll to the page I'm interested in. ...
3
votes
1answer
529 views
Auto scrolling PDF reader?
Is there any PDF reader that does auto scrolling? I have some sheet music in PDF that I want to be able to scroll through
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votes
5answers
11k views
How do I access my SD card through a Windows USB connection?
I'm trying to upload a simple PDF file to my Droid X Android 2.3 phone. I connected the cable and uploaded the file but I don't know which folder to put the file into. Android's PDF applications ...
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votes
3answers
545 views
Could you indicate me a PDF reader for android with a fit visible feature?
Could you indicate me a PDF reader for android with a fit visible feature? It's the same feature that's built in on foxit reader.
2
votes
2answers
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How to download and open PDF files?
I am a university student that has most of the lectures online as pdf files. How can I get them on my Android phone and read them through Adobe Reader? This is the first time that I have used Android. ...
2
votes
2answers
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Downloading PDF file from browser
I have been trying to download a PDF file from my Samsung Galaxy 10.1, 32G, Wi-Fi Tab.
When I click on the download icon to check on it,it shows "Download in progress".
A one page file, for instance, ...
2
votes
1answer
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Is there a PDF reader app for the Kindle Fire with Dropbox syncing?
Are there any apps for reading PDFs on the Kindle Fire that sync with Dropbox? (Ideally I'm looking for an app comparable to the excellent GoodReader for iOS.)
Note: Dropbox does not have an app in ...
2
votes
1answer
241 views
Reading pdf books on my phone
When I want to get/download books from Google Play Store, I usually get this notification:
But then I am not sure what to do afterwards to be able to read those pdf books on my phone. I've ...
2
votes
1answer
327 views
How to create a bookmark with Repligo?
I have spent successive days 10-15 minutes at a time searching for how to make a bookmark in Repligo. A feature this basic and essential should be front-and-center in the interface.
Does anyone know ...
2
votes
2answers
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Opening PDF drawings with comments
On some of my PDF drawings the Engineers review stamp block is covering a portion of the drawing. I am using Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 -7.0 with ice cream to view this drawing. I did not have any issues ...
2
votes
1answer
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Have I got the virus?
I have Google Nexus 7 tablet for some time and I recently noticed that I have file named "Designing for android.pdf" in "Download" folder (native OS folder) . Now problem is that I never downloaded ...
2
votes
1answer
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Is there any software for Tablets to edit PDF or PS -files?
I am using Samsung galaxy tab 8.9.
Assume you read your lecture materials with your tablet.
You see a mistake. You would like to fix it.
You are using Adobe reader tablet version.
Is there any ...
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0answers
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Android will not open PDF files from notification bar
I have Samsung galaxy s3 and i recently got system update to 4.1.2 Before update there was no problems with visiting a website, downloading a pdf file and opening it from notification bar. Now after ...
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votes
3answers
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How can I edit Office documents on an Android tablet and keep compatibility?
In our office, there's a new Eee Pad Transformer. It was supposed to replace a netbook for giving presentations and editing Microsoft Office documents on the go (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
There ...
2
votes
0answers
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How do you open an embedded hyperlink in a PDF on an Android device?
I have PDFs with hyperlinks (linking to other pages in the document as well as external websites) and would like to be able to use the links provided. The Adobe Reader app and other apps I've tried ...
1
vote
1answer
253 views
Saving a PDF file downloaded from browser
I have the need of downloading and forwarding a PDF receipt downloaded from Firefox (Firefox runs in Honeycomb, not on PC!). I know that the PDF should be "protected" because Adobe Reader on PC says ...
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vote
2answers
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ezPDF reader: settings to correct jerky page scrolling?
On the ezPDF Reader, is there a way to make the scrolling from one page to another smoother and less jerky? Some settings, perhaps? The jerky/jumping scrolling on ezPDF reader when one page scrolls to ...
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vote
1answer
801 views
Import pdf files to google play book application
I want to import my own PDF files to google play book reader and read them using this application. But without any hacking I cannot read not purchased PDFs in google playbook.
I'm not looking for an ...
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vote
1answer
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Transferring pdfs from computer to android
When trying to transfer pdfs from computer to Galaxy Note II, Samsung Kies reports 'No App to read file'. I have several pdf readers including adobe for android and downloads direct to Note 2 work ...
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Android Tablet - Download PDF and open it on browser
Device - Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 / Android 4.0.3
I have tested Samgsung Galaxy Tab for document download such as PDF from web site with many browsers. Most of them just download it to somewhere in ...
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1answer
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Is there a PDF reader with DRM support and width locking? [closed]
Currently I'm using Aldiko, but every time I flip the page it's resized to fit the screen which is too small to read. Other programs don't support DRM again. So is there something to allow fixed (or ...
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0answers
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How can I create a “shortcut” for the built in PDF viewer on Nexus 7
The Nexus 7 has a default PDF viewer, but it's a little hard to get to. How can I put an shortcut for it on my home screen?
Note that the default program (Document Viewer) doesn't show up in the list ...
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vote
1answer
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Unified way to manage annotations and bookmarks in Android and PC
I usually read my books using an application called Mantano on Android. They have a cloud based sync mechanism that syncs annotations across various mobile devices.
My problem is I want to keep all ...
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vote
0answers
349 views
Ezpdf reader or repligo reader comparison and exporting annotations to Skim [closed]
1) Do ezpdf reader and repligo reader allow you to browse through your annotations like Skim does? I want to be able to see all my notes and highlights in a list on a side panel or the like, including ...
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vote
0answers
281 views
PDF free form annotation OR Xournal for Android [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
How can I write in a PDF with a tablet and a pen (a.k.a Is there a Xournal alternative for Android)?
Is there an app that enables me to just "paint" on any generic PDF ...
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votes
2answers
290 views
Webpage not loading in the Android browser
I was checking out my website using the default Android (2.3.4) browser and the link to one of my PDFs is not loading and returns a "Web page not available" error. The URL ...
0
votes
1answer
78 views
Upload PDF file to Gmail
After downloading a PDF file from Gmail with the help of ASTRO File Manager in my Samsung Galaxy S III, I tried to find the PDF file to attach in the email (Gmail). Unfortunately, only ...
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votes
1answer
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How do I access the reflow mode on Adobe Reader?
How do I access the reflow mode on Adobe Reader for Android?
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2answers
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Suggest an app for reading PDF and CHM
I have seen apps that read CHM or PDF but not both. I need an app that reads PDF as well as CHM quickly and smoothly. I tried OliveOffice but there are issues with landscape mode. Is there any other ?
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