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Windows 11 / 10 – settings and useful tips

How do I change the default PDF program?

Topic #024 · Updated · Pataisoma.lt

Troubleshooting guide

How to fix the problem

Right-click on PDF > Open with > Choose another program > Always or Settings > Default programs.

Possible solutions

Choose the method that matches your situation. Start with the simplest suitable option and check the result. If the problem is fixed, you do not need to continue with the other methods.

  1. Single file open menu

    Right-click the PDF and select Open with and the program you want.

    Steps to follow

    1. In the file browser, locate the PDF file and right-click.
    2. Select "Open with" and "Choose another program" if necessary.
    3. Choose a reliable PDF reader. If you only need it this time, don't choose permanent assignment; check if the document has opened.
  2. Default program for all PDFs

    Assign a .pdf extension in your default programs if you need to change how all such documents open.

    Steps to follow

    1. Press the Windows logo key and I together on your keyboard to open Settings.
    2. Select "Applications".
    3. Select "Default Apps".
    4. Type .pdf in the search and open its assignment.
    5. Select the installed PDF reader and confirm.
    6. Double-click the next PDF file; it should open with the same program.

If the problem persists

Try another PDF file and check the .pdf assignment in Default Applications. The opening of downloaded documents in the browser can be additionally controlled by the browser settings.

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