How to Open a PDF by Clicking on It Instead of Using the File > Open Menu

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Question:

Is it possible to open a PDF directly by clicking on a PDF instead of doing File > Open?

Thanks,

[Customer Name]

Answer:

Yes, it is possible to open a PDF directly by clicking on the file in your system's file explorer, eliminating the need to go through the File > Open menu in a PDF viewer. This is achieved by setting the default PDF viewer application for your system. When you double-click on a PDF file, the associated application will open the file automatically.

How to Open a PDF by Clicking on It Instead of Using the File > Open Menu

Here’s how you can set it up:

Steps for Windows:
  1. Right-click on any PDF file in your file explorer (Windows Explorer).

  2. Select "Open with", then click on "Choose another app."
  3. In the dialog that appears, select your preferred PDF reader (such as Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit Reader, or even VeryPDF tools if installed).

  4. Check the box that says "Always use this app to open .pdf files".
  5. Click OK.

Now, every time you double-click on a PDF file, it will automatically open in your selected PDF viewer without needing to navigate through the "File > Open" menu.

Steps for macOS:
  1. Right-click on any PDF file on your Mac.

  2. Select "Get Info".
  3. In the "Open with" section, choose your preferred PDF application from the drop-down menu.
  4. Click "Change All" to apply this setting to all PDF files.
  5. Confirm by clicking Continue.

From now on, you can open PDFs simply by double-clicking on them.

Why is this Important?

For software like VeryPDF DRM Protector, this feature can be particularly helpful when you are working with secure PDFs or PDFs with specific access controls. For instance, if you are handling encrypted PDFs or documents that need to be opened in a secure environment, setting up a specific PDF viewer that supports DRM protection can ensure that the documents are opened in the appropriate viewer with the necessary security measures.

By associating PDF files with the right viewer, you can improve efficiency and provide a better user experience for individuals needing access to educational materials, legal documents, or other sensitive content protected by DRM technology. This is especially useful in an academic setting, where professors may need easy access to PDFs, including those protected by VeryPDF DRM Protector.

Additional Notes:

  • For users of VeryPDF DRM Protector: If your PDFs are DRM-protected, make sure that the default viewer supports the DRM features. This ensures the security measures, such as encryption and watermarking, are properly enforced when the PDF is opened.

  • Mac Users: If you are using DRM-protected PDFs, make sure your PDF viewer can handle the associated DRM restrictions. You may need to use a dedicated PDF viewer or configure your system to ensure compatibility with DRM-protected content.

In conclusion, by setting the default application for PDFs, you streamline the process of opening them and ensure that you’re using the correct viewer for both regular and DRM-protected files. This small adjustment can save time and ensure that PDFs are opened correctly without additional steps.

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