Windows 10 has Edge as its default web browser instead of Microsoft’s traditional web browser, Internet Explorer, in all the devices. Microsoft Edge is now the default pdf reader to open and view pdf files in Windows 10 supported workstations.
By default, Microsoft Edge uses its internal PDF viewer to open all PDF files. This may be a good feature for personal use, however, in some business environments, this not work as expected and a dedicated PDF application works great instead. To disable PDF file in Edge and use external PDF apps instead, open the new Microsoft Edge, go to Settings and more > Settings.
1 Open Microsoft Edge 2 Click on the three dots (…) from the right top corner. 3 Select Settings from the drop down and click on Site permissions from the left pane. 4 Scroll down and click on PDF documents, Toggle the switch to On for Always open PDF files externally.
This of course begs the inquiry “Can I use Adobe Reader with Microsoft Edge?”
By default, Microsoft Edge tries to use its internal PDF viewer when dealing with PDF files in the browser. This might work for many, but there are few out folks out there that might want to use Adobe Reader or other PDF applications for all PDF files. To get started with opening PDF files externally, follow the steps below:.
How to disable PDF file in edge and use Adobe Reader?
To disable PDF file in Edge and use Adobe Reader instead, open the new Microsoft Edge, go to Settings and more > Settings. When the Settings page opens, go to Cookies and site permissions. Under Site permissions, move the block to enable Edge to Always download PDF files.
How to set Edge browser as default PDF viewer in Windows 10?
To set Edge Browser as default PDF viewer in Windows 10, follow the below-given steps Go to the location where the PDF file is saved Select the PDF file and right-click on it Move to Open With and then select ‘Choose Another App’ A new box will open, Select Microsoft Edge to open PDF right in the browser.
Why can’t I open a PDF file in Windows 10?
Conclusion Though Edge is the default PDF viewer in Windows 10, users often refrains to use Microsoft Edge PDF viewer due to various reasons. As the option to change the default settings is available, users try to switch to other PDF viewing programs like Acrobat Reader. However, many PDF inaccessibility issues are often encountered thereafter.