Fun Awards Support and F.A.Q.

Proper way to open the PDFs:

Save the PDF file to your computer.
Install the latest FREE version of Adobe Reader (older versions may display error messages)
Open Adobe Reader first, then open the PDF file from within Adobe Reader.

Purchase Questions

When I click "add to cart", nothing happens.
If you experience any problems with our shopping cart system, please contact us immediately via email or phone. You can also purchase our 101 Funny Employee Awards eBook at Lulu.com

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What happens after I submit my order?
After completing your transaction 100% securely, you will be given a link to download your copy of the PDF. You will also receive a confirmation email that contains the PDF download link.

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Is my transaction secure?
Yes. Our website uses 128-Bit SSL Encryption on pages where private information is entered. We do not store your credit card numbers or share your information with any third party.

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How long will I be able to access the certificates?
The certificates are yours to keep. You will be given a download link after completing your order. Download the file to your computer and use for years to come! You only need the download link once to save the file to your computer.

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I've placed my order, but did not get a confirmation email/receipt. What do I do?
Check your spam or junk mail filter. Ask your IT or Network person to check for any email to you from the address . Corporate and school sites are getting more restrictive with the emails they let through. If you need help, do not hesitate to contact us and include an alternate yahoo, hotmail, gmail or other personal email address if possible.

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Do you deliver to Australia, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, United Kingdom, etc.?
Yes. The certificates are available in PDF format for instant download. They are not shipped. Immediately after purchase, you can access the PDF and start printing your certificates.

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When will you ship my certificates?
Your certificates are available for instant download in PDF format immediately after your purchase. They are not shipped. If you need another email with your download link, please contact us

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Can I pay with a Purchase Order?
Possibly, but only as an absolute last resort. Please purchase with a credit card and have your company, school, or organization reimburse your expense. If that is not possible, ask your manager/boss to make the purchase via credit card. If that's not possible, contact us via email and we may be able to send an invoice.

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What is your PDF return policy?
Buy our Fun Awards with the comfort of knowing that your order is backed by a 100% Money-Back Guarantee. This 30-Day Guarantee gives you plenty of time to try your certificates to see if they fit your needs. If for any reason you need a refund, just contact our owner Larry Weaver for instructions on receiving your refund.

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Download Issues

I get a blank screen when I click the PDF download link.
If you ordered the file from a business or school computer, it is possible that your organization's firewall has our download site blocked. Forward your confirmation email to your IT department and ask them to allow firewall access for the site "fatfreecartpro.com" and/or "e-junkie.com". Or just download the file from your computer at home or away from work.

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The download process starts, but does not complete.
Issues with downloading the file could be from our server, your Internet connection, your firewall, or your browser. If you can't download the file, try these steps:

Wait a few minutes and try again (sometimes the server is temporarily busy).
Try using a different browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari, Chrome, or Opera).
Try the option to “open” instead of “save” when you click the download link. Once you have opened the file using Adobe Reader, make sure you save the file to your computer from the Adobe Reader file menu.
Try from a different computer and network (e.g. your home or office).
If you cannot download the file, forward your email receipt and detailed description of your issue to

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I downloaded the file, but can't find it on my computer.
Where your browser saves the download depends on your computer type (Mac, PC…), your operating system (XP, Vista…), and your browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox…). If you can't find the file, try these steps:

First, try searching your entire computer for the file. Try “funny*.pdf” without the quotes (note: be sure to include the asterisk).
Or simply choose the option to “open file” instead of “save file” when you click the download link. Once you have opened the file with Adobe Reader, you will have the opportunity to save it from the Adobe Reader file menu. Save the file on your desktop or some location you can remember.
You can also try using a different browser. If you’re using Internet Explorer, try Firefox, Safari, Chrome, or Opera.
If all else fails, get a computer-savvy friend to help.

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My download link has expired. Will you reactivate the link?
Forward your confirmation email (contains your link) and reason for reactivation to . We will need the transaction number from your confirmation email to reactivate the link.

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When I open the file, I get an error message saying "selected file cannot be specified", or "Bad encrypt dictionary," or the fonts are in Chinese.
The only software we support is the free version of Adobe Reader. The PDF file should work flawlessly with the latest version of that program:

Open Adobe Reader first (for the latest free version, visit http://get.adobe.com/reader).
Choose "File > Open" from the Adobe Reader file menu and navigate to the PDF file on your computer.

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Printing Questions

Can I print use regular paper for printing?
Yes, the certificates are ornate enough that you do not need special certificate paper to make them look nice. Regular paper will work fine, although you may want to use a thicker paper or glossy stock to make the certificate look more professional and last longer.

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Can I print the certificates on my printer?
Yes, you can print these certificates on any regular printer. Printing them in color will definitely make them look more professional, though. If your office does not have a color printer, take the PDF to a local Kinkos or office supply store with a color copier. To avoid printing the entire PDF, write down the page numbers you want them to print ahead of time.

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Do I need to scale the certificates when printing?
No, if you are given an option for page scaling in your print dialog box, choose "None" (see illustration below). The certificates are designed with plenty of border space. If you choose other scaling options, the certificates will not print correctly and may appear with a black border around them.

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How do I type onto the certificate?
You can type directly into the certificates using the latest FREE version of Adobe Reader. You can also change the font style for the editable form fields (recipient name, date, presenter name). If you do not see the "Form Field Text Properties" menu, choose "View > Toolbars > Properties" in the Adobe Reader menu and then click on any form field.

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How do I create my own funny awards?
You can type directly into the certificates using the latest FREE version of Adobe Reader. If you want more design flexibility and font options, there is another two-step process you can use. First print the blank templates you want from the awards PDF. Then type the areas where there are blanks on the certificates in a Word document and print the document onto the certificates. It's the same process you would use to print a Word document on your pre-printed company letterhead. I've created a Word document you can try. As always with Word, you may have to move things around a bit to get it to work for you. And be sure you set your printer to print the Word document "landscape". Download the create your own awards template

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There is a small plus sign printing on my certificates next to the name field. What do I do?
You'll need to adjust your preferences in Adobe Reader. To open the Preferences dialog box, choose Edit > Preferences (Windows/UNIX) or Reader > Preferences (Mac OS), and then select Forms on the left. Uncheck "Show Text Field Overflow Indicator" and the plus sign will no longer appear.

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Can I make changes to the PDF file?
Using the latest FREE version of Adobe Reader, you can open the PDF, type into the editable form fields (name, date, presenter), and print as many as you like. In "Funny Awards Certificates" only, you can also modify the award title and reason for award. However, the PDF is "secured" to prevent unauthorized changes. To test the functionality you need, be sure to try out a sample PDF before purchasing.

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How can I copy and paste the certificates into PowerPoint?
There are several easy methods for copying and pasting the awards into PowerPoint or other applications. Try the "Print Screen" key on your keyboard. If you hold down the ALT key (on Windows) while hitting Print Screen, you will select just the open window. Paste the certificate into PowerPoint and use the crop tool to make any adjustments. If you have Windows Vista or Windows 7, there is a great free tool already installed called "Snipping Tool" (most likely under Start > All Program > Accessories). This free screen capture tool is perfect for copying and pasting the certificates. If you need a more robust screen capture tool, I highly recommend Snagit by Techsmith.

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Is there a hard copy of the certificates available?
No, we designed the certificates in PDF format so that you only have to print the awards you need. We are a green, eco-friendly company and like to minimize paper use. For ease of picking awards, first print the list of awards (table of contents). Write notes next to the awards you want to print, and only print those pages. You'll save trees and money!

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Fun Awards Support and F.A.Q.

Proper way to open the PDFs:

Purchase and Shipping Questions

Download Issues

Printing Certificates

Purchase Questions

Download Issues

Printing Questions