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Foxit PDF Reader, the program that many consider to be a faster, lighter, more able Windows alternative to Adobe Reader, has recently jumped to version 5.0. This newest release comes with many of the same solid features, a few new ones, and an upgraded interface.
As with the previous version, the setup process is a bit cumbersome. First, watch out for the two check boxes that make Ask your browser default search provider and Ask.com your home page. Opt out as necessary. Then, toward the end of the installation process, be sure to read carefully and opt out of the Addin for Mozilla FireFox, Opera, Safari and Chrome--unless, of course, you're into bloated toolbars. Once you make it through the installation gauntlet, the rest should be smooth sailing.
The new Foxit Reader 5.0 interface is a bit sleeker than in previous versions. It still has clean, easily distinguishable icons, and the toolbar is still customizable. In addition, you can now choose your color scheme (black, blue, orange, purple). It's not ground-breaking, but it's a nice touch. You can also choose a new ribbon-style menu and customize your own shortcut keys.
Foxit Reader 5.0 still includes many of the useful features that its rival, Adobe Reader, doesn't. There's tabbed PDF viewing, text-only view, rulers, Safe Mode, and several annotation tools for things like highlighting and commenting. Meanwhile, 5.0 has added a few conveniences that give it an extra edge, including XFA form filling, support for Microsoft RMS-protected files, and previews in Outlook.
Overall, we think the new Foxit Reader is a worthwhile download. While it may not be perfect--it can't create PDFs, and it pesters users with add-ons and upgrades--it's still a solid alternative to Adobe Reader.
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Foxit Reader 4 is designed for a broad spectrum of users including enterprise and government organizations. Foxit Reader is fully customizable to meet any organization business objective and its small footprint makes it easy to deploy. It is also packed with features not available in competitor's products. Foxit Reader's small footprint makes easy to update and maintain. Finally, Foxit Reader adheres to all ISO 32000 standards.
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4.1 starsout of 1,819 votes
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Current version:
3.6 starsout of 34 votes
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"The program does what it says fast and efficient."
Version: Foxit Reader 4.3.1.0323
Pros
Very fast and clear.
Cons
Don't have any
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"stay away from this product"
Version: Foxit Reader 4.3.1.0323
Pros
Slightly better that "Reader".
Cons
Installs spyware and tool bars on your PC even if you uncheck the boxes.
Summary
Forget about this one. I have removed it from my 2 personal PCs.
Here is a great on to try :
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"Great PDF Reader"
Version: Foxit Reader 4.3.1.0323
Pros
I stopped using Adobe acrobat a long time ago when I discovered FoxIT was much lighter on resources. Have not looked back...Only wish there was a Flash alternative also, because we all know how awful Adobe Flash is.
Cons
Wish the reader wasn't the only thing free in FoxIT.
Summary
A Must have! Especially if you have a old or low end Computer.
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"Excellent PDF reader. Don't need anything else"
Version: Foxit Reader 4.3.1.0323
Pros
Very easy to use.
Cons
Doesn't stay stuck as my preferred PDF reader for some reason. Not too much of a problem though.
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"Fast loading PDF Reader"
Version: Foxit Reader 4.3.1.0323
Pros
I've been using this since 2007. Lightweight compare to adobe heavy on the load. And to those a couple of idiots having problem in ask toolbar you have to click decline not to accept so that it wont install.
Cons
None.........
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"One of the best programs around"
Version: Foxit Reader 4.3.1.0323
Pros
Easy to use without problems
Cons
None at this time
Summary
Best program (reader) that I have used
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"Very good pdf reader"
Version: Foxit Reader 4.3.1.0323
Pros
Good, clean, light, set as my default application to read pdf
Cons
not much to say...
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"My preferred pdf reader"
Version: Foxit Reader 4.3.1.0323
Pros
I like this as it is more secure than other readers.
Cons
sometimes, but very seldom, have problems opening pdf forms on some websites. It seems to be one website where I have a problem.
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"Forget unless you want the ASK.COM toolbar!"
Version: Foxit Reader 4.3.1.0323
Pros
Absolutely none unless you love ASK.COM
Cons
install the un-uninstallable ASK.COM toolbar regardless of what you tell it. There are many other equivalent programs out there that do not lie to you about themselves.
Summary
stay away unless you love ASK.COm toolbars.
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"Junkware!!"
Version: Foxit Reader 4.3.1.0323
Pros
It has no redeming qualities
Cons
Installs ASK toolbar after I deselected. Made it's self default, after I deselected. Will not allow the selection of Adobe X as default.
Summary
Stay away. Had to unistall to be able to use Adobe X. JUNKWARE!!!
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