Adobe Acrobat

Adobe Acrobat is a software suite developed by Adobe Inc. for creating, editing, viewing, and managing PDF (Portable Document Format) documents. It provides tools for converting files to PDF, adding annotations, digital signatures, and securing documents with encryption. The software is widely used in professional, educational, and personal contexts for handling standardized document formats.

Also known as: Acrobat, Adobe PDF, Acrobat Pro, Acrobat Reader, PDF Editor

Why learn Adobe Acrobat?

Developers should learn Adobe Acrobat when working with document-heavy applications, such as generating reports, invoices, or forms in PDF format, as it ensures cross-platform compatibility and professional presentation. It is particularly useful in industries like finance, legal, and education where secure, tamper-proof document handling is required, and for automating PDF creation in workflows using its APIs or integrations.

Learning Resources

• docs: Adobe Acrobat User Guide
• course: LinkedIn Learning: Adobe Acrobat DC Essential Training
• video: Adobe Acrobat Tutorial for Beginners
• docs: Adobe Acrobat API Documentation