Foxit Software Releases Foxit Reader 3.0

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Integration of Web-Based Document & Content Management delivers cutting-edge PDF Technology to Consumers Worldwide.

Foxit Software Company today announced the instant release of Foxit Reader 3.0, Foxit’s latest PDF Reader software. Foxit Reader 3.0 enables end-users to have access to PDF software that delivers a broad set of functionality on a single integrated platform. The software can be downloaded at http://www.foxitsoftware.com/downloads/.

“Foxit has always accommodated its consumers which has propelled us to being a model of PDF customer service. Foxit Reader 3.0 has been built to help end-users to view and manage PDF documents with ease. With a simplified user interface and dynamic plug-in interface Foxit Reader 3.0 provides an effortless platform that anyone can use to enhance their PDF experience.” said Eugene Y. Xiong Chief Executive Officer of Foxit Software Company.

Foxit Reader 3.0 builds on the abilities of the world’s fastest and most compact PDF software with new and enhanced features making it a leader in PDF solutions. The new features in Foxit Reader 3.0 include Multimedia Design empowering users to add/edit/delete multimedia, Multiple Panels to help end-users organize/attach/thumbnail their PDFs, and Firefox Support which allows users to view and work with PDF files on the Mozilla Firefox web browser due to the Firefox plug-in now available in Foxit Reader 3.0. Foxit Reader 3.0 also has enhanced its features from previous versions which include Enhanced Print Setup/Shortcut Keys, better Annotation/Toolbar/Permission control, and improved Select Text/Update options.

“Foxit has been a continuing leader in delivering fast and efficient PDF software to our users worldwide. Our new Foxit Reader 3.0 is a strategic release as a response to our user feedback. With new features such as the Firefox plug-in and On Demand Content management services we believe this will allow our users to solve many of their PDF requirements across the globe.” said George Z. Gao Vice President of Marketing and Sales at Foxit Software Company.

Another new and key feature of Foxit Reader 3.0 is its ability to deliver Software as a Service (SaaS). The new version of Foxit Reader offers a host of On Demand Content solutions from capture to process to archive helping consumers with their document & content management needs on a single unified platform. This technology will enable consumers to improve productivity, lower costs, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance by optimizing work processing along with leveraging information assets. Benefits from this solution include Complete Document Management which allows the consumer to store, access, and manage documents with ease using a single unified platform, Workflow Based Document Routing simplifies distributing documents to multiple parties and groups, Automate Forms Driven Processes to easily create PDF & HTML forms for data capture, Full Security Implementation giving 128 bit SSL encryption and secure uploading.

To check out the new features in Foxit Reader 3.0, please click here http://www.foxitsoftware.com/pdf/rea...whatsnew30.htm.

To learn all Foxit Software services go to www.foxitsoftware.com.

About Foxit Software Company

Founded in 1996, Foxit Software Company was initially a network application company. Foxit has devised many popular products, such as: Koala Terminal, Secured Koala Terminal, and Windows Access Server. Starting in 2000, Foxit Software has been focusing on the electronic publishing and documenting field. Implementation of PDF Core technology becomes the primary development task. Today, the Foxit PDF product line covers many types of PDF applications.

Contact Information:

For enterprise sales contact Erik Bryant and for corporate marketing contact Rexx Kilgore at 510-438-9090.

[jgutierrez]

What about the native x64 version promised some times before for 3.0?

[martesch]

Hello,
is there any English language file (*.XML) available now for the new 3.0, because some things changed, especially in the menu (no translation in other languages possible)?




Thanks

martesch

[christina]

English XML file will be updated within theses days.

[christina]

Originally Posted by jgutierrez

What about the native x64 version promised some times before for 3.0?

sorry not yet available for this native complied version. I will update this issue in our suggestion Mantis system.

Mantis ID:0007023

[andrewabc]

I notice with the installer, you now include a foxit toolbar. Is this for the foxit pdf reader or is it a web toolbar? This will mislead users into thinking it is a legitimate foxit product.

I installed it. It looks like this toolbar is actually an internet explorer ask.com toolbar, disguised as foxit toolbar (it goes to ask.com). In add/remove programs it is called "Ask Toolbar". This toolbar is installed for internet explorer and firefox.
If I uninstal the toolbar after I install foxit, will I still get the typewriter and other features, or will they be disabled?

You also include ask.com search checkmarked by default

I notice you include eBay one click checkmarked by default. This adds a file/link on the desktop and in start menu. The link in the shortcut is http://www.adon-demand.de/red/2303/ (which redirects to ebay).

Is the reason for the larger installer because of the inclusion of the toolbar?
Foxit 3.0 installer: 3.68 mb
Foxit 2.3 installer: 2.56mb

I am sorry, but I cannot support foxit at this time. Foxit 2.3 installer did not have the toolbar, nor the ask.com or ebay advertisements in it. Having these checkmarked by default is misleading your foxit users into installing software they did not ask for.

I will be informing my peers about this new information, and recommending them to use alternative programs and warning them about the adware. I have used and recommended foxit since late 2005.

Sincerely
Andrew

[Erik_Bryant]

Sorry you have those feelings Andrew. We give all the users options to not install those items. Actually only one of the three downloads for the reader has the toolbar and eBay icon.

[Ken1943]

As a paid user, why do I have to see a "Welcome To Foxit Reader" splash screen when I open Foxit that includes a link to something I don't require, will never use and will not purchase.
I want to get the "box" off !!!

[andrewabc]

Originally Posted by Erik_Bryant

Sorry you have those feelings Andrew. We give all the users options to not install those items. Actually only one of the three downloads for the reader has the toolbar and eBay icon.

So the .zip download does not contain them?
I guess I will inform people to get the .zip file then. Problem solved.

My ISP for some reason blocks keyword 'llwnd' which is where your downloads are hosted.
Any chance of someone uploading the .zip file to another location?

[Erik_Bryant]

The .zip file does not have an installer, so it only contains the Reader. llwnd is the second largest CDN's Limelight. That's weird your ISP blocks it. If you still can't get it, let us know and we can e-mail you the file.