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Exhibit 99.(a)(1)(H)

Form of Stock Option Exchange Election
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Application	Instructions
Stock Option Exchange Election	This form is to be used in connection with the Offer to Exchange, dated May 16, 2003. Questions should be directed the Equity Compensation Department via email at mailto:optionx@adobe.com or at (408) 536-3122.

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Exhibit 99.(a)(1)(H)

Form of Stock Option Exchange Election Electronic Log-In Pages