Adobe Reader could not open "file"

Adobe Reader could not open "file" because it is either not a supported file or it has been damaged. All files and programs on the desktop are shown as Adobe Reader ikons. When I remove the Adobe Reader program, the desktop is ok but when I reinstall the Adobe Reader it makes a mess again on the desktop and in all programs. It seems that the Adobe Reader is somehow a default program for all applications. How do I solve that problem? Best regards Helle D.

For your first question: are you sure that 'file' is a PDF file and that it is not damaged? And you may find this useful for your second question:
http://helpx.adobe.com/acrobat/kb/application-file-icons-change-acroba t.html

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