How to Preview PDF in File Explorer
In today’s digital age, PDF files have become an integral part of our daily lives. Whether it’s for work, education, or personal use, we often come across PDF documents that we need to view. However, not all file explorers come with built-in PDF preview capabilities. This article will guide you on how to preview PDF files in your file explorer, making it easier to navigate and access your documents.
Using Adobe Acrobat Reader DC
One of the most popular and widely used PDF readers is Adobe Acrobat Reader DC. If you have this application installed on your computer, you can easily preview PDF files in your file explorer. Here’s how to do it:
1. Open your file explorer and navigate to the folder containing the PDF file you want to preview.
2. Right-click on the PDF file and select “Open with.”
3. Choose “Adobe Acrobat Reader DC” from the list of available applications.
4. The PDF file will open in Adobe Acrobat Reader DC, allowing you to view it in your file explorer.
Enabling PDF Preview in Windows File Explorer
If you don’t have Adobe Acrobat Reader DC or any other PDF reader installed, you can still preview PDF files in Windows File Explorer. To enable this feature, follow these steps:
1. Open Windows File Explorer.
2. Click on the “View” tab at the top of the window.
3. Look for the “Options” button and click on it.
4. Select “Change folder and search options.”
5. In the “Folder Options” window, go to the “View” tab.
6. Scroll down and find the “Always show icons, never thumbnails” option. Uncheck it.
7. Click “Apply” and then “OK” to save the changes.
Using Third-Party PDF Readers
If you prefer using a different PDF reader, you can still preview PDF files in your file explorer by setting it as the default application for opening PDF files. Here’s how to do it:
1. Open your file explorer and navigate to the folder containing the PDF file you want to preview.
2. Right-click on the PDF file and select “Open with.”
3. Choose “Choose another app” from the list of available applications.
4. Select your preferred PDF reader from the list of installed applications or click “More apps” to find it.
5. Check the “Always use this app to open .pdf files” option.
6. Click “OK” to save the changes.
By following these steps, you can easily preview PDF files in your file explorer, regardless of whether you have a PDF reader installed or not. This will save you time and effort when navigating through your documents.
