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Cannot access PDF files on Windows operating systems: Tips and tricks
Know why users are unable to access PDF files on Windows OS. Identify all possible solutions and fix the problem "Cannot access PDF files".
This is a user generated content for MyStory, a YourStory initiative to enable its community to contribute and have their voices heard. The views and writings here reflect that of the author and not of YourStory.

There are different errors and bugs that may trouble any regular user. There are simple techniques which can work for such individuals. There are other difficult issues or problems which require more research one among them is ‘cannot access PDF files’.

This issue is faced by many users as PDF is the more common file format. Even an IT technician would look into it a little bit more in order to solve it. There are steps which can work for any regular person. The instructions for it have been mentioned here. Repeat them carefully to avoid data loss.
'There is a problem I cannot access PDF files on Windows 10. It seems to be some incompatibility issue but I am not sure. Whenever I tried to open the document, I got some error messages. I am not sure how to proceed beyond this point. Can anyone tell me why I am unable to view PDF files?.’
‘I have an old file that I need to reference in one of my meetings. It contains important information related to it. However, after some time I noticed that I cannot access PDF files. I have tried asking the owner the resend the file but he is out of town. Could you help me with this problem?’

