pdf-next opens PDFs, images and markdown, follows your system dark mode,
searches text, typesets TeX equations in markdown, and reloads within a
second of the file changing on disk — built for the LaTeX, Typst and
markdown compile loop. A command line opens a file at a page or at a
figure, so an editor or an agent can point you at the right place.
Publisher’s description
What is pdf-next?
pdf-next is an open-source image viewer program for Windows from Ricardo Frantz. It is written in JavaScript.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as EXE (NSIS). It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation.
Updates and version history
The current version is 0.15.1, released on October 23, 2026. 4 versions are listed since October 2, 2026, each with links to its own installer files. The last update is less than a month old.
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (ricardofrantz/pdf-next) has 1 stars. Similar programs include ImageGlass, Weasis and QuickLook.
Project description on GitHub: “Tiny, fast PDF and PNG viewer that reloads the moment your file changes. Built for the LaTeX/Typst compile loop.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
- Updated in the last two months
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
In short: pdf-next is an open-source image viewer tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is pdf-next safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
A4F20AD33FD1AEE21819406858E75D791A89402F44E794F974F605F8D5B28F91· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 4 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.15.1Latest | October 23, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 0.14.4 | October 12, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 0.14.3 | October 8, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
| 0.14.0 | October 2, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE (NSIS) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id RicardoFrantz.pdf-next -epdf-next_0.15.1_x64-setup.exe /SRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Ricardo Frantz
- Category
- Image viewers
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/ricardofrantz/pdf-next
- Written in
- JavaScript
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- EXE (NSIS)
- Version
- 0.15.1
- Released
- October 23, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- October 8, 2026
- Versions listed
- 4
- GitHub stars
- 1
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- RicardoFrantz.pdf-next
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is pdf-next free?
Yes. pdf-next is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is pdf-next safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install pdf-next with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can pdf-next be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does pdf-next run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of pdf-next?
The versions page lists all 4 versions with links to their official installer files, back to October 2, 2026.
Can I use pdf-next without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to pdf-next?
ImageGlass, Weasis, QuickLook, MSBuild Structured Log Viewer and LogExpert. The alternatives page compares them.
