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will not allow me to download PDF files (I have to go to a non-firefox exployer to get it). Do I need a plug-in?

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I cannot seem to download PDF files. When I attempt to download the file, it just shows me a blank white screen. In order for me to download a PDF file, I have to use my regular Internet Explorer.

Is there a plug-in or something in Firefox that I need in order to view PDF files?

I cannot seem to download PDF files. When I attempt to download the file, it just shows me a blank white screen. In order for me to download a PDF file, I have to use my regular Internet Explorer. Is there a plug-in or something in Firefox that I need in order to view PDF files?

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When you installed Foxit Reader, did you opt out of the Ask Toolbar installation?

If not, click the Firefox button, go to Add-ons, then Extensions and remove it in there. Then try again.

If it doesn't work, download Adobe Reader from here: http://get.adobe.com/reader/?promoid=BUIGO (disable Foxit Reader in the Extensions menu first).

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When I installed Foxit Reader, I did opt out of the Toolbar installation. How do you disable Foxit Reader in the Extensions menu? Where is that at?

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Ah...it won't be an extension of course, so you'll find it in the Plugins menu. Disable it in there. So click the Firefox button, go to Add-ons, then Plugins.

Modified by Xircal