How do I set my default PDF application in Windows?

Issue/Question

How do I configure my default PDF app on Windows?

Environment

• Windows

Resolution

YOu can configure which default application Windows uses to open PDF files. In the example below we are using Adobe Acrobat as the application of choice.

Right-click any PDF document you have and hover your mouse over “Open with” and on the menu that pops up click on “Choose another app”

In the next windows you will select “Adobe Acrobat” as the default app and then click on “Always” at the bottom.

PDF documents will now open in Adobe Acrobat. If you have any questions or need help to set this up please contact the service desk at 586-445-7156 or servicedesk@macomb.edu

Thank you!