How do I download/update the PDF Editor (PDF24)?

Modified on Thu, 13 Feb at 3:18 PM

You do not need to install or manually update PDF24. You need to create a shortcut in your OneDrive, then in turn create a shortcut on your desktop.


Note: This is a one-time set up. PDF24 will update automatically after you use this method.


  1.  Make sure your OneDrive is synced to your laptop. You can check this by seeing if you have a blue cloud in the bottom right hand corner of your desktop:


    If there is no cloud, or the cloud is not blue, follow the instructions on this page before returning to the next step:
    https://cambridgecab-itsupport.freshdesk.com/a/solutions/articles/80000741926

  2. Go to the following link:
    https://cambridgecab.sharepoint.com/sites/software/Documents/Forms/AllItems.aspx?viewpath=%2Fsites%2Fsoftware%2FDocuments%2FForms%2FAllItems%2Easpx&viewid=db5d57ab%2D5ec6%2D4e6a%2D8fcb%2D4daf32ee6bec

  3. Do not click into the folder. You need to select the 'PDF24' folder by clicking to the left of the folder.


  4. Select 'Add Shortcut to OneDrive'.
  5. You should see the pop up to say the shortcut has been added to your OneDrive.
  6. Go to your Desktop (Home screen). Right click and select 'New' then 'Add shortcut'.


  7. Copy and paste the following into the the text box:
    C:\Users\%USERNAME%\OneDrive - Cambridge & District Citizens Advice\Software - PDF24\pdf24-Toolbox.exe

    Then press next.


  8. Click 'Finish' (Optional: You can change the name to PDF24 or PDF Editor etc.)



  9. The new shortcut should have the PDF24 Sheep logo:

    Done!  Just double click the shortcut and make sure PDF24 opens. If not, please raise a ticket.

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