Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around configuring Acrobat Reader to view multiple PDF files simultaneously in different web browsers. Participants explore methods to compare specifications from two datasheets saved in PDF format.
Discussion Character
- Technical explanation, Debate/contested, Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- One participant, Mike, seeks assistance on how to configure Acrobat Reader for viewing multiple PDFs in different browsers.
- Another participant questions whether it is possible to open two reader screens simultaneously.
- A different participant recalls successfully opening multiple files in Excel, suggesting a potential misunderstanding of the issue.
- One participant clarifies that opening a second PDF file replaces the first one displayed, leading to only one PDF being visible at a time.
- Another suggestion is made to start a new instance of the web browser or open a new window from the File menu to view multiple PDFs.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express differing views on the capability of Acrobat Reader to display multiple PDFs simultaneously, and the discussion remains unresolved regarding the best approach to achieve this.
Contextual Notes
There are limitations in the discussion regarding the specific configurations of Acrobat Reader and the behavior of different web browsers, which may affect the ability to view multiple PDFs at once.