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How to Access Files in PDF Reader Pro for iOS

 

Here are various ways for you to Access Files in PDF Reader Pro iOS:

 

- Transfer Files via Cloud Storage

- Transfer Files via iCloud Drive

- Transfer Files Using iTunes File Sharing

- Transfer Files via Zip Files

- Transfer Files via WiFi Connection

- Open Email Attachments

- Import Images from Photo Library

 

 

#1: Transfer Files via Cloud Storage

 

PDF Reader Pro supports various cloud storage services, including Dropbox, Google Drive, One Drive, Box, Evernote, SugarSync, WebDAV, FTP.

 

1. Connect to cloud storage services (using Dropbox as an example)

   1) Tap 1619159338.png and then tap Dropbox.

   2) Log into your Dropbox account and allow PDF Reader Pro to access your account.

   3) After authorization, your account will be saved under the Accounts list. Tap it to view all files stored in Dropbox.

 

Notice: You can swipe to the left and tap Delete to remove the account from the list.

 

2. Download files from cloud storage

   1) Tap on your cloud account.

   2) Find the document and tap it to start the downloading process.

   3) The file will be saved in the Downloads folder.

 

3. Upload files to cloud storage

   For iPad users:

   1) Go to Documents light_tabbar_ic_file@2x tab and tap 1619159429.png at the top right corner to choose the file(s) that you need to upload;

   2) Tap Move light_ic_move@2x on the menu bar, then click and switch from Device to Network in the pop up window;

   3) Alternatively, you can tap 1619159564.png on the bottom right of a specific file, and click Upload light_ic_upload@2x in the drop-down menu. Then you will also be navigated to the Network light_tabbar_ic_net@2x screen;

   4) Choose a cloud storage to log in, or select an existing account from the Accounts lists as needed;

   5) Choose the target folder and tap Paste to upload the selected file(s).

 

   For iPhone users:

   1) Go to Documents light_tabbar_ic_file@2x tab and tap 1619161239.png at the top right corner to choose the file(s);

   2) Do one of the two methods to access the provided cloud storages:

         i. Tap 1619161239.png at the top right corner to choose the file(s) -> More 1619159564.png -> Upload light_ic_upload@2x;

         ii. Click 1619159564.png on the right of a specific file -> Upload light_ic_upload@2x;

   3) After being navigated to the Network light_tabbar_ic_net@2x interface, you can see various cloud storages diaplayed in this tab;

   4) Select a target Cloud Storage to upload the selected file(s).

 

 

#2: Transfer Files via iCloud Drive

 

1. Access files from iCloud Drive

   1) Go to Documents light_tabbar_ic_file@2x tab and tap 1619159654.png at the top right corner.

   2) Tap Files Browse light_ic_iphone@2x and select a file from iCloud Drive folder and open it.

 

2. Transfer Files via iCloud Drive

   1) Open PDF Reader Pro and find Settings on the toolbar, click the toggle switch to turn on Enable iCloud under FILE VIEWER;

   2) The iCloud Drive folder will then be shown in the Document file list;

   3) To transfer file via iCloud Drive:

         i. For Both iPhone & iPad: Tap 1619159741.png at the top right corner and tick the particular file/folder you want to sync with iCloud;

        ii. For iPhone Only: Tap 1619159699.png next to the specific file;

   4) Click Move light_ic_move@2x and find the iCloud Drive folder from the pop-up menu, then select or create a folder to Save your documents to your iCloud account.;

 

 

#3: Transfer Files Using iTunes File Sharing

 

1. Launch iTunes on your computer.

2. Connect your iOS device to the computer via USB cable.

3. Select your device and switch to Apps tab.

4. Scroll down to File Sharing section and find PDF Reader Pro.

5. Tap the app icon. Drag and drop files between your computer and PDF Reader Pro.

 

 

#4: Transfer Files via Zip Files

 

 

1. In Document tab, click 1619161239.png at the top right coner and select the file(s) as needed;

2. Select Zip light_ic_compress@2x, then click Yes in the pop-up window to confirm the compression;

3. Connect your iOS device to your laptop or desktop via USB cable;

4. Drag the Zip file and move to Mac.

 

 

#5: Transfer Files via WiFi Connection

 

1. Tap 1619159776.png for the Wi-Fi btn_wifi_off_light@2x transfer mode under Other.

2. Enable the mode by clicking the toggle switch and you will get the address.

3. Enter the address on your web browser. You will be able to transfer files to your device wirelessly through the web browser.

Notice: Be sure that your device and your PC/Mac are under the same IP address, or you will not be able to connect them.

 

 

#6: Open Email Attachments

 

1. Open the mail in your mail app;

2. Click the attachment and tap Open with another app

3. Select PDF Reader Pro to open your documents;

4. A copy will be saved to PDF Reader Pro.

Notice: Locate backups of your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch with Apple Support.

 

 

#7: Import Images from Photo Library

 

1. Go to Documents tab and tap 1619159797.png, then choose Import Images to import pictures from Photos.

2. The photo(s) will be saved in the Documents list.

 

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