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NOTE:  You will find the link to download the software in Step #2, below.

Workstation Requirements

IMPORTANT: Before installing the CommonLook PDF Validator, please ensure that the workstation meets the following minimal requirements.

  • Windows 8 or higher
  • Adobe Acrobat: Standard or Professional (Pro is Recommended), Acrobat 2018 or higher

Please be sure to follow the installation instructions carefully.

In addition, we strongly suggest you begin using the CommonLook Validator with the instructions in the User’s Guide!

Install the CommonLook PDF Validator

Note: The screenshots below show the installation steps using the 64 bit version of the CommonLook PDF Validator.  The installation will be exactly the same for the 32 bit version.

  1. Uninstall the previous version (if you have one).
  2. Use this link to download the CommonLookPDFValidator.exe.
  3. Open and run the executable and select “Install” to begin installation.
    The "Install" button on the CL PDF Validator installation splash screen.
  4. If asked, select “Yes” to allow the software to make changes to your machine.
    Screenshot of the User Account Controls in Windows, asking if you want to allow the CommonLook Validator to make changes to your device.
  5. When the Setup Wizard dialog box opens, select “Next.”
    The "Next" button is highlighted in the Setup Wizard dialog box.
  6. Read the licensing agreement.
    The License Agreement is highlighted in the CommonLook Validator Setup dialog.
  7. Check the checkbox indicating you agree to the terms.
    The checkbox to indicate agreement with the licensing terms is highlighted in the CommonLook Validator Setup dialog.
  8. Select the “Next” button.
    The "Next" button is highlighted in the CommonLook Validator Setup dialog after checking the checkbox to agree to the licensing terms.
  9. On the Setup Wizard screen, select “Install.”
    The "Install" button is highlighted in the Ready to install dialog box.
  10. The installation has completed.  Select “Finish.”
    The "Finish" button is highlighted on the Completed Setup dialog.

Installation Issues

If you encounter any issues during the installation, please email support@allyant.com .  Try to include as many details as possible (screenshots are also very helpful).  Our Support Team will assist you in handling any issues.

Using the CommonLook PDF Validator

Follow this link to the CommonLook PDF Validator User’s Guide.

Making a PDF Compliant and Accessible

Once a PDF has been tested using the CommonLook PDF Validator, it may be necessary to fix some issues to bring it into compliance.

We highly recommend using CommonLook PDF to fix PDFs that are not compliant with accessibility standards.  Follow this link to learn more about CommonLook PDF.

CommonLook Training

We offer training in a variety of accessibility topics including using the CommonLook products to meet your accessibility needs.  Please visit our Training page, or talk to your Account Executive, for more information.

Trademarks

All trademarks referenced in this document are the property of their respective owners.

Disclaimer

Every effort has been made to make this document as complete and as accurate as possible, but no warranty or fitness is implied. The information provided is on an “as is” basis. NetCentric Technologies Inc. (doing business as CommonLook) shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss or damages arising from the information contained in this document.