How to Change PDF Viewer Default
Are you tired of constantly switching between different PDF viewers every time you open a PDF file? Do you wish to streamline your workflow by setting a default PDF viewer that opens all your documents? Changing the default PDF viewer on your computer is a simple process that can save you time and effort. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to change the default PDF viewer on Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems.
Changing the Default PDF Viewer on Windows
1. Open a PDF file on your Windows computer.
2. Once the PDF viewer opens, click on the “File” menu at the top left corner of the window.
3. Select “Open with” from the dropdown menu.
4. In the “Open with” dialog box, scroll down and find the PDF viewer you want to set as the default (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Reader DC, Foxit Reader, etc.).
5. Click on the viewer, and then click “Set as default” in the lower-left corner of the dialog box.
6. Click “OK” to confirm your choice.
Now, whenever you open a PDF file on your Windows computer, it will automatically open with the newly set default PDF viewer.
Changing the Default PDF Viewer on macOS
1. Open a PDF file on your macOS computer.
2. Once the PDF viewer opens, click on the “File” menu at the top left corner of the window.
3. Select “Open with” from the dropdown menu.
4. In the “Open with” dialog box, click on the “Choose default app” button on the lower-left corner of the window.
5. In the “Get Info” window that appears, scroll down and find the PDF viewer you want to set as the default (e.g., Preview, Adobe Acrobat Reader DC, etc.).
6. Click on the PDF viewer, and then click “Change All” in the lower-left corner of the window.
7. Click “Open” to confirm your choice.
From now on, all PDF files on your macOS computer will open with the newly set default PDF viewer.
Changing the Default PDF Viewer on Linux
1. Open a PDF file on your Linux computer.
2. Once the PDF viewer opens, click on the “File” menu at the top left corner of the window.
3. Select “Open with” from the dropdown menu.
4. In the “Open with” dialog box, click on the “Preferences” button at the bottom right corner of the window.
5. In the “Application Preferences” window, go to the “File Associations” tab.
6. Scroll down and find the PDF file type (e.g., application/pdf).
7. Click on the PDF file type, and then click the “Edit” button next to the “Preferred Applications” section.
8. In the “Preferred Applications” window, select the PDF viewer you want to set as the default (e.g., Okular, Evince, etc.).
9. Click “OK” to confirm your choice, and then close the “Application Preferences” window.
Now, all PDF files on your Linux computer will open with the newly set default PDF viewer.
By following these simple steps, you can easily change the default PDF viewer on your computer and improve your overall productivity.
