How to Open a .lit File
- 1). Open your Web browser and navigate to the appropriate Microsoft Reader download page (see Resources).
- 2). Click the "Download" icon in the box labeled "Full Installation," located towards the right of the screen.
- 3). Click "Save" in the dialog box that appears, then choose a location to save the Microsoft Reader installer on your hard drive.
- 4). Double-click on the Microsoft Reader installation file, named "MSReaderSetupUSA.exe," after it finishes downloading.
- 5). Follow the installation wizard's instructions, agreeing to terms and registering the software, until the wizard prompts you to restart your PC.
- 6). Restart your PC.
- 7). Double-click on the .LIT file to automatically open the document with Microsoft Reader.
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