Configure a Default PDF Application

PDF Files Opening in the Wrong Program? 

Windows allows you to choose which application opens PDF files by default. Follow the steps below to set your default PDF viewer. 

 ✅ Set Foxit as the Default PDF Application 

1. Locate any PDF file on your computer.
2. Right-click the PDF file.
3. Select Open With → Choose Another App.
4. Select Foxit.
5. Check the box: Always use this app to open .pdf files.
6. Click OK.
   
   

 All PDF files should now automatically open in Foxit.

 If Foxit Does Not Appear in the List 

1. Right-click any PDF file.
2. Select Open With → Choose Another App.
3. Click More Apps.
4. Scroll down and select Look for another app on this PC.
5. Browse to:
   C:\Program Files\Foxit Software\Foxit PDF Editor
6. Select FoxitPDFEditor.exe.
7. Check Always use this app to open .pdf files.
8. Click OK.

 Alternative Method: Windows Settings 

1. Click the Start Menu.
2. Open Settings.
3. Select Apps.
4. Select Default Apps.
5. Search for .pdf.
6. Click the current default application.
7. Select FOXIT PDF Editor.
8. Click Set Default.