Is downloading Adobe Reader necessary if you have Preview?

[applefan289]

What exactly is the difference between these two programs? I downloaded Adobe Reader just because I thought it was the "standard", but would Preview fit in fine if I'm receiving business-style PDFs?

 

[S.B.G]

I had Reader for a while, but got sick of the slow load and the Adobe Updater running so I deleted them. Preview works just fine for my PDF needs.

 

[simsaladimbamba]

Just out of curiosity, what are "business-style" PDF files?
Since I switched to Mac OS X seven years ago, I haven't touched Adobe Acrobat Reader on Mac. But I may have PDF files that work perfectly with Preview.

 

[GGJstudios]

Preview is fine for most PDFs. There are a few occasions where Adobe Reader is better, such as filling in some forms. I use both.

 

[applefan289]

Just out of curiosity, what are "business-style" PDF files?
Since I switched to Mac OS X seven years ago, I haven't touched Adobe Acrobat Reader on Mac. But I may have PDF files that work perfectly with Preview.

Business-style meaning forms that are sent to me through email that are set up in a business format. They come sent in a specific format.