Changing Default PDF Viewer to Adobe Acrobat
Adobe Acrobat is a popular PDF viewer that offers a wide range of features to its users. If you have recently installed Adobe Acrobat on your computer and want to make it your default PDF viewer, this article will guide you through the process.
Informational
This article is informational in nature, aimed at providing step-by-step instructions to help users change their default PDF viewer to Adobe Acrobat.
Step 1: Open Default Apps Settings
The first step is to open the Default Apps settings on your computer. You can do this by following these steps:
- Click on the Start menu and select Settings.
- Click on Apps.
- Click on Default Apps.
Step 2: Choose Default Apps by File Type
Once you are in the Default Apps settings, scroll down until you see the "Choose default apps by file type" option. Click on it to open the list of file types and their associated default apps.
Step 3: Choose Adobe Acrobat as Default PDF Viewer
Scroll down until you find the .pdf file type. Click on the current default app (which is likely to be Microsoft Edge or another web browser) to open the list of available apps. Select Adobe Acrobat from the list to make it your default PDF viewer.
Step 4: Confirm the Change
Once you have selected Adobe Acrobat as your default PDF viewer, close the Default Apps settings and open a PDF file to confirm that the change has been made successfully.
Conclusion
Changing your default PDF viewer to Adobe Acrobat is a simple process that can be completed in just a few steps. By following the instructions provided in this article, you can enjoy the full range of features offered by Adobe Acrobat every time you open a PDF file on your computer.