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There are software applications that allow you to successfully navigate the Grants.gov pages and complete your application. These applications are:

Compatible Versions of Adobe Reader

PureEdge Viewer

IBM Workplace Forms (PureEdge) Viewer for Macintosh

Citrix Server

PDF Conversion Programs

Download Word Viewer

Media Player

RealPlayer

Computer Operating System Forms Program Compatible May Use System with
Citrix Server Connection
Mac Tiger IBM Workplace Forms Viewer Yes  
Mac Tiger PureEdge Viewer No Yes
Mac Tiger Adobe Reader 8.1.2 Yes  
Mac Leopard IBM Workplace Forms Viewer No Yes
Mac Leopard Adobe Reader 8.1.2 Yes  
PC WINXP PureEdge Viewer Yes  
PC WINXP Adobe Reader 8.1.2 Yes  
PC Vista IBM Workplace Forms Viewer No Yes
PC Vista PureEdge Viewer No Yes
PC Vista Adobe Reader 8.1.2 Yes  


Compatible versions of Adobe Reader are currently 8.1.1, 8.1.2 and 9.0

Adobe Reader 8.1.1, 8.1.2 or 9.0

You will be asked to specify your Operating System (examples: Windows, Mac) and Version (examples: XP, Vista, 10.4.9) be sure to specify Adobe Reader Version 8.1.2 to get the compatible version to apply for grants on Grants.gov. Click here to download version 8.1.2 or 9.0 from Adobe's Website [EXIT Disclaimer].

Click here for Information on using Adobe Acrobat Professional.Adobe PDF

To operate Adobe Reader, you computer must meet system requirements [EXIT Disclaimer].


PureEdge Viewer
The PureEdge Viewer is a small, free program which will allow you to access, complete and submit applications electronically and securely on Grants.gov. Grants.gov is currently working with PureEdge to develop a unified download solution. However, temporarily:

All users MUST download and install the PureEdge Viewer. Guidance on this process is available by accessing the Downloading and Installation Tips below.

Firefox users: PureEdge on Grants.gov will not run within the Firefox browser. Some actions, such as Find for searching and downloading applications, are supported under Firefox, but PureEdge is not. If you are using Firefox and experience timeouts or other errors, you should be able to avoid these by using Internet Explorer.

Microsoft Windows Vista users: Please note that PureEdge does not work with Microsoft Windows Vista at this time.

If you do not have a Windows operating system, you will need to use a Windows Emulation program. Contact us for more information.

Downloading and Installation
For users who plan to access, complete, and submit applications on Grants.gov download and install the PureEdge Viewer:
http://www.grants.gov/PEViewer/ICSViewer602_grants.exe

For Existing Users who have previously accessed, completed, and submitted applications on Grants.gov: Please click here to download PureEdge.

Download and Installation Tips:

  • You will be prompted to save a file to your computer. Save it. It will download to your computer. Then locate the saved file and open it to install the program by following the directions on the installation screens.
  • After completing the installation screens, you may be asked to restart your computer to complete the installation. When you restart your computer, you will be ready to proceed to the next "Get Started" step.
  • If you have a problem installing the PureEdge Viewer, it may be because you do not have security permissions to install a new program on your computer. Many organizations have rules about installing new programs. If you have a problem, contact your system administrator.
To operate PureEdge Viewer, your computer must meet the following system requirements:
Windows 98, ME, NT 4.0, 2000, XP
500 MHz processor
128 MB of RAM
40 MB disk space
Web browser: Internet Explorer 5.01 or higher, Netscape Communicator 4.5 - 4.8, Netscape 6.1, 6.2 or 7.

IBM Workplace Forms (PureEdge) Viewer for Macintosh
IBM has provided Special Edition Mac Viewers for PPC and Intel that are now available for download. You may wish to use this software if you do not have access to a Windows machine, Windows emulation software, or the Citrix server. Please note that limitations of this early release software may include:

  • Occasional crashes and subsequent loss of any unsaved data
  • Inability to run on Mac OS version prior to 10.4.6
  • No current support for screen readers for visually impaired users
  • The viewer is installed at the root level of the user account home directory. (e.g. /Users/jsmith/). Do not move the application folder to any other location as it will not work.

Please consider these limitations and warnings and also read the release notes carefully before using this software. The Intel and PPC-based viewers below were developed by IBM as a permanent solution to the Mac Security Upgrade and this replaces the temporary fix that IBM had previously provided. We will provide additional information on commercial releases of this product as they become available. 

Click here to download the Release Notes. Adobe PDF
Click here to download the License.
Click here to download the Intel-based software.
Click here to download the PPC-based software.


Citrix Server for Non-Windows Users
For non-Windows users, a free Citrix server is available to remotely launch a Windows session and submit completed grant applications. Note that a limited amount of users can access the Citrix Server at any one time. You will need to save your application often and also log off when you are not working on your application package to help maximize server use. Wait until you are close to completion of your package before attaching any documents to keep the size of the file as small as possible. Finally, you will find the best time to work and submit an application via Citrix is during off-peak hours, usually between 10 p.m. and 10 a.m., EST.

As a part of our ongoing commitment to releasing new features and site enhancements, Grants.gov is proud to partner with NIH (National Institutes of Health) to launch Citrix server availability for all users.

Non-Windows users are able to download and complete the PureEdge forms by taking advantage of the free Citrix server. Non-Windows users are also able to submit completed grant applications via the Citrix environment. Instructions are provided below on how to use the Citrix server functionality.

Macintosh System requirements are:
OS X Version 10.1, 10.2, 10.3 or 10.4
128 MB of RAM
10 NB Disk Space
PowerPC Processor

Click here to Download the Citrix Package for Macintosh OS X users. An installation guide that walks you through each step of the installation is available here.

Citrix Installation and Important Tips Adobe PDF

If you do not meet the Macintosh System Requirements, you may still download the Citrix client [EXIT Disclaimer].

Once you have downloaded a Citrix client, you may link to the Customized Citrix Package Setup guide for further instruction.

Citrix Server for Vista Users

For Windows Vista users, a free Citrix server is available to remotely launch a Windows session and submit completed grant applications. Note that a limited amount of users can access the Citrix Server at any one time. You will need to save your application often and also log off when you are not working on your application package to help maximize server use. Wait until you are close to completion of your package before attaching any documents to keep the size of the file as small as possible. Finally, you will find the best time to work and submit an application via Citrix is during off-peak hours, usually between 10 p.m. and 10 a.m., EST.

As a part of our ongoing commitment to releasing new features and site enhancements, Grants.gov is proud to partner with NIH (National Institutes of Health) to launch Citrix server availability for all users.

Windows Vista users are able to download and complete the PureEdge forms by taking advantage of the free Citrix server. Windows Vista users are also able to submit completed grant applications via the Citrix environment. Instructions are provided below on how to use the Citrix server functionality.

Windows Vista System requirements are:
128 MB of RAM
10 MB Disk Space

Click here to Download the Citrix Package for Windows Vista users.

Once you have downloaded a Citrix client, you may link to the Customized Citrix Package Setup guide for further instruction.

Citrix ICA File

Applicants unable to use the standard Grants.gov Citrix Package can use the below configuration parameters with their system-specific Citrix client. Citrix clients come with a Citrix ICA Editor, enabling applicants to configure a customized connection to Grants.gov. The suggested configuration parameters will assist applicants in configuring their file:

Connection = Published Application
Connect to = IE PureEdge
Network Protocol = TCP/IP
Server Location = 128.231.74.221
Encryption Level = 128 Bit
Window Size = 1024 x 768

To take full advantage of Grants.gov features — including Citrix server availability — don't forget to complete the Grants.gov registration process. It's required for submission.

Support

Non-Windows User PureEdge Support:

Frequent Questions from Non-Windows Users
Free Citrix Server/Client Application Access

Mac User PureEdge Support:
Although, the information below is specific to Mac users, it can be utilized to help Linux, Unix, GNU, and other Non-Windows users.

Here is additional helpful links for Macintosh users:

PureEdge Instructions for Macintosh [EXIT Disclaimer]
PureEdge Support for Macintosh Adobe PDF
Install PureEdge on a Macintosh using Virtual PC Adobe PDF

For more help, contact the Grants.gov customer support center at support@grants.gov.


PDF Conversion Programs
Downloadable programs that allows users to read and transmit Portable Document Format Adobe PDF files that are contained within the Grants.gov system, particularly in certain grant-making agencies’ application process.

PDF generator software is available to help you save your documents as PDFs. There are several programs for both PCs and Macs, along with websites that can perform the conversion for you.

Please note that when naming your file, please do not use special characters or spaces in the file names. Such files are unrecognizable as PDFs to some systems. The list below contains some of the PDF generators available, many of which are free or very inexpensive. Grants.gov does not endorse any particular software. Consult the vendor websites for more information. The websites below are listed alphabetically.

Adobe
http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobatstd/main.html [EXIT Disclaimer]
Print driver that will work with any application. (For PC or Mac)

BLC Technologies
http://www.gohtm.com [EXIT Disclaimer]
Web-based converter. Vendor emails PDF back to you. (For PC or Mac)

Create Adobe PDF Online
https://createpdf.adobe.com/index.pl/ [EXIT Disclaimer]
Web-based converter. Vendor emails PDF back to you. (For PC or Mac)

CutePDF
http://www.cutepdf.com [EXIT Disclaimer]
Print driver that will work with any application. (For PC)

Go2PDF
http://www.go2pdf.com [EXIT Disclaimer]
Print driver that will work with any application. (For PC)

Pdf995
http://site4.pdf995.com [EXIT Disclaimer]
Print driver that will work with any application. (For PC)

PDFcreator
http://docupub.com [EXIT Disclaimer]
Web-based converter. View PDF or emails PDF to you. (For PC or Mac)

Win2PDF
http://www.win2pdf.com/ [EXIT Disclaimer]
Print driver that will work with any application. (For PC)

Zeon Corporation
http://www.pdfwizard.com/ [EXIT Disclaimer]
Print driver that will work with any application. (For PC)


WordViewer

Click here to download WordViewer [EXIT Disclaimer]

Media Player

Click here to download Media Player [EXIT Disclaimer]

RealPlayer

Click here to download RealPlayer [EXIT Disclaimer]

 
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