How to Change the Default PDF Editor on Your Computer

If you need to change the default program for opening and editing PDF files, you can do so easily through the Windows Settings and Default Apps section. By default, Bluebeam is the standard PDF editor, but the free version of Adobe Acrobat Reader is also allowed. Follow the steps below to update your default PDF editor.

Changing the Default PDF Editor in Windows

1. Open Settings

   • Press Win + I to open Settings.

   • Click on Apps, then select Default apps from the left-hand menu.

2. Set Your Preferred PDF Editor

   • Search for Bluebeam/Adobe Acrobat 

   • Choose Bluebeam (recommended) or Adobe Acrobat Reader (allowed option) from the list.

   • Go to the pdf section and click on it.
   • Select the default app for pdf files either Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat and hit set default.
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3. Confirm Your Selection

   • Once selected, close the settings window.

   • Open a PDF file to verify it opens with the new default editor.

Alternative Method: Using 'Open With'

1. Right-click on the PDF file.

2. Select Open with > Choose another app.

3. Pick Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat Reader.

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5. Click OK.