A lot of users discover that they cannot open their PDF file on their iOS or MacOS device. The PDF file might be the right one but the browser does not respond. You might receive a message that states that the proper contents of the PDF file need replacement and the viewer is not able to display the type of document that you are trying to view.
It can be very frustrating to some users especially if they’ve had this problem for a while now. The PDF won’t simply get displayed on the browser of Mac, iPhone, or iPad. The PDF document is downloaded on a Mac laptop and it is still showing the same error message
Some users say that they have tried to open the PDF in Mail and in Safari. If you are one of the users who; got the same problem, then here’s how to fix this:
Fix for the “Please Wait…” Message While Viewing your PDF
There are types of PDF that are known as the Dynamic XFA. The word XFA means XML Form Architecture. Currently, PDF files with the XFA Dynamic are not supported by Chrome, Firefox, and even Safari. This means that any users may experience a problem opening this type of file on their browsers.
Fortunately, there is a solution about these types of files.
An alternative that You Can Try in Order to View your PDF Documents
You can install the Adobe Reader program on your Mac. However, if you only use iPhones or iPads, there are no current Adobe applications available on the App Store.
How to Download the Adobe Reader Program on your MacOS
1. Go to the Adobe’s Website: https://get.adobe.com/reader/
2. Look for the “Download Now” button and click it. Just follow the prompts to complete the installation process.
3. After the installation is done, simply go to your PDF file. If you have saved it on your computer, just simply click to open it.
4. You can click the option of opening the document with the Adobe Acrobat Reader DC which is the new program on your Mac.
iOS PDF Readers on iPad or iPhone
As what was stated, there are no Adobe apps that are currently available on App Store. If you are using an iPhone, you will not be able to view the documents on your device. This is the same case with iPads. You can download and install the Adobe Acrobat Reader DC on your iOS device. However, the application will not be able to open your document. You may receive an error message saying that only the desktop versions support the Acrobat Reader so you should not waste your time on it.
Other Options for Reading PDF on iOS Devices
You can search for the book on iBooks or look for it on the App Store. You might also want to search for a Mac computer if you really wish to view the document.
