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      How do I open PDFs in Adobe Acrobat rather than Microsoft Edge in Windows?

      Change how the Microsoft Edge internet browser handles PDFs

      Note: Adobe Acrobat is no longer installed on diocesan workstations unless requested. Raise a support ticket if you would like it installed on your computer.

      1. Ensure Acrobat is set as default to open PDFs

      See: How do I change the programme that opens a file on a Windows computer? >

      2. Change how Microsoft Edge handles PDFs

      Even with Adobe Acrobat as the default programme on your computer, Microsoft Edge may still open PDFs in a browser window. To change this configuration:
      1. In Microsoft Edge select the 3 dots top right ...
      2. Select Settings
      3. In the left menu search and select PDF documents
        1. Or navigate to Cookies and site permissions in the left panel
        2. Scroll down to PDF documents in the right panel
      4. Enable Always download PDF files
        1. PDF files will now always download to your Downloads folder when you click on a PDF link.
        2. Open the PDF from the downloads icon or select CTRL + J or from your Downloads folder.

      5. Disable PDF view settings

      6. Alternatively if you would prefer to be asked for each download:
        1. Navigate to Settings > Downloads
        2. Enable Ask me what to do with each download

        3. Whenever you select a link a prompt will show: