Adobe Creative Cloud - Windows - Desktop App Installation Process

Introduction

Adobe Creative Cloud is a suite of applications and services from Adobe Systems that provides access to tools for:

  • Graphic design
  • Video editing
  • Web development
  • Photography

It includes desktop, mobile, and web-based versions of its applications.


For SCSU-Owned Microsoft365 Cloud Connected Devices (Windows 10 & 11)

Please refer to the guide on Installing Software Applications Using Company Portal.

Installation Instructions

Step 1: Open Software Center

  • Click the Windows Start button.
  • Search for Software Center using the search bar next to the Start button.

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Step 2: Search for Adobe Creative Cloud

  • In Software Center, locate the search bar in the upper right-hand corner.
  • Type Adobe Creative Cloud and press Enter or click the magnifying glass.

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Step 3: Install the Application

  • Click the red Install button.

Step 4: Launch Adobe Creative Cloud

  • After installation, click the Windows Start button.
  • Search for Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop App using the search bar.

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Alternative Installation Method

To download Adobe Creative Cloud directly from Adobe (Mac & Windows):
🔗 https://www.adobe.com/creativecloud/desktop-app.html


Account Setup and Sign-In

  • 🔗 https://helpx.adobe.com/manage-account/using/create-update-adobe-id.html
  • 🔗 https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/help/sign-in-out-activate-apps.html

 

 

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