Why pdf file icon shape changed?

Before I subscribe to Adobe ExportPDF, I tried to change pdf file to doc file without success. As a result, all existing pdf files' icon changed to something like doc file icon. How can I get the old pdf file icons back? If anyone knows, please let me know.

Hi Kjung,
Welcome to ExportPDF!
Thank you for reaching out. I'd like to assist.
Are you referring to the icons on your desktop?
Here is a 'getting started' guide that may assist with your conversion.
My recommendation would be to start over from the beginning utilizing the information above.
Let me know if that works for you.
Looking forward to hearing back from you.
Kind regards, Stacy

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