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Error Message

Opening ArcMap 9.0 PDF files in some applications, especially for the purpose of merging, produces an error or does not display the entire image stored in the PDF.

Cause

The PDF was created with the option Compress Vector Graphics turned ON. This is a known problem with ArcGIS 9.0.

Solution or Workaround

1. Click File / Export Map.
2. Click Save as type drop down and select PDF (*.pdf).
3. If the Options are not visible at the bottom, click the arrow button.
   
   
4. Click the Format tab.
5. Click Compress Vector Graphics checkbox off.
6. Click Save to proceed with export.