Getting Started with CommonLook PDF (Desktop App)

Modified on Mon, 1 Jun at 3:46 PM


Getting Started


Step 1: Accessing Your Software


This quick video takes you through the installation and activation process:




Provision Licenses

  • If you are an Organizational Admin, ensure the Installation Instructions and your unique software key are distributed internally to all users who need access.



Training Resources


Step 2: Learning

  • Access the Free Knowledge Base

    • Access hundreds of articles to learn how best to use our tools to create accessible documents.
      • Follow this quick video on how to access the Knowledge Base:


  • Attend Free Live Training Sessions

    • We host free live training sessions multiple times throughout the month. 
    • Recommended classes:
    • Our team also hosts Office Hours
      • These live workshops provide an opportunity to answer your specific questions. Bring your documents to work through issues, or just attend and learn. 

  • Access Allyant Training Portal

    • A paid feature: pre-recorded, self-paced training modules.

    • If you purchased 'CommonLook Training Modules', please follow this quick video to access them:



Get in Touch


Your Customer Success Team

Your Support Team

Your Training Team

  • Onboarding assistance
  • Strategic guidance
  • Assistance with your contract
  • Technical and installation assistance
  • Training assistance
Email the Customer Success Team here.Email the Support Team here.Email the Training Team here.

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