How to set default PDF Editor to Adobe Reader

Overview

Windows will change the default PDF reader in windows by user action selecting a prompt to change the default application. This commonly occurs with Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge. This guide will show you how to change the default PDF application back to Adobe Reader.

Process

Detail

Step 1 - Locate a PDF File

Navigate to a location on your computer where you have a PDF file stored. In this example we used the Downloads folder

Step 2 - More options

When you have found a PDF file, right click the file for the options menu.

Step 3 - Open With Menu

Hover over the Open with menu and select Choose another app

Step 4 - Select Adobe Reader

A new menu will appear - Select the appropriate app (usually Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat for the paid version). Make sure you also select Always use this app to open .pdf files and press OK

If done correctly the PDF file should open in Adobe Reader and the PDF icon in Windows Explorer will change