Adobe Acrobat is installed by default on institutionally-provided computers. A user need only log in using their GCSU Single Sign-on (SSO) credentials by following these steps:
- Open the Adobe Creative Cloud application on your computer by either locating and clicking the icon on your desktop or by searching your applications for "Adobe Creative Cloud."
- Enter your GCSU email address which will load the GCSU Single Sign-on page, please use your GCSU credentials to sign in.
- If prompted, choose “work or school.”
- Complete your DUO authentication when prompted.
- Once Adobe Creative Cloud is open, click on the "Apps" icon in the far left column of the Creative Cloud screen.
- Locate the "Acrobat" application logo and click the "Open" button immediately beneath it.
- Once Acrobat is open, you may be prompted to make it your default application for editing PDF files. You should agree to this.
- Adobe Acrobat is now ready for use.
Latest revision: September 17, 2026