.pdf file: how to open it on Windows
487 Windows apps register the .pdf extension. Install one of them to open the file with a double-click.
About the format
- Format
- PDF document
- Abbreviation
- PDF · Portable Document Format
- MIME type
- application/pdf
- PRONOM identifier
- fmt/7, fmt/15, fmt/16, fmt/17, fmt/18, fmt/19, fmt/20, fmt/95
Format data: freedesktop.org shared-mime-info and PRONOM (The National Archives, UK).
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BraveSecure, Fast & Private Web Browser with Adblocker
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SumatraPDFSumatraPDF is a multi-format (PDF, EPUB, MOBI, CBZ, CBR, FB2, CHM, XPS, DjVu) reader for Windows.
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WaterfoxFast and Private Web Browser
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InkscapeA professional vector graphics software which runs on Linux, macOS and Windows desktop computers.
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Adobe Acrobat Reader (64-bit)The free global standard for reliably viewing, printing, signing, and commenting on PDF documents.
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qutebrowserA keyboard-focused browser with a minimal GUI.
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File ConverterFile Converter is a very simple tool which allows you to convert and compress one or several file(s) using the context menu in windows explorer.
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ONLYOFFICE Desktop EditorsAll the tools you need to work with text documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and fillable forms on Windows, Linux, and macOS.
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Microsoft EdgeMicrosoft Edge is a cross-platform web browser built for modern life.
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ungoogled-chromiumGoogle Chromium without dependency on Google web services.
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PDF ArrangerSmall python-gtk application, which helps the user to merge or split pdf documents and rotate, crop and rearrange their pages using an interactive and intuitive graphical interface.
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Google ChromeThe Fast & Secure Web Browser Built to be Yours
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Ablaze FloorpFloorp is built on Firefox and was built in Japan and is a new browser with excellent privacy & flexibility.
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LibreWolfA custom version of Firefox, focused on privacy, security and freedom.
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HeliumPrivate, fast, and honest web browser.
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MaxthonBrowse with wings.
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LBRYA browser for the LBRY network, a digital marketplace controlled by its users.
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Yandex BrowserYandex Browser delivers fast and secure browsing with built-in Alice and the ability to sync passwords, bookmarks, and bank cards across devices.
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diff-pdfA simple tool for visually comparing two PDF files
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FreeCADA general purpose open source parametric 3D CAD modeler
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PDF-XChange EditorThe smallest, fastest and most feature-rich free PDF viewer/editor on the market.
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XnView MPProfessional Image Viewer & Photo Management
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PDF-XChange ViewerPDF-XChange Viewer is a small and fast PDF reader for Microsoft Windows XP and above.
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Opera GX StableOpera GX is a special version of the Opera browser which, on top of Opera’s great features for privacy, security and efficiency, includes special features designed to complement gaming.
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Zen BrowserZen is the best way to browse the web. Beautifully designed, privacy-focused, and packed with features. We care about your experience, not your data.
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DocToSimple command line utility for converting .doc & .xls files to any supported format.
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Opera developerThe Opera browser includes everything you need for private, safe, and efficient browsing, along with a variety of unique features to enhance your capabilities online.
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PDF-XChange PROAll the features of PDF-XChange Editor Plus, PDF-Tools and PDF-XChange Standard in one economical bundle.
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Cent BrowserThe most feature-rich Chromium.
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Brave NightlyBrave Nightly is our testing and development version of Brave. Releases are updated every night.
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SupermiumChromium fork for Windows XP/2003 and up.
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Brave BetaBrave Beta is an early preview for new versions of Brave that showcases the newest advances that we're bringing to your browser.
- DuckDuckGo
An everyday web browser that truly protects your privacy.
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ReadestAn open-source ebook reader designed for immersive and deep reading experiences.
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Brave Origin NightlyThe untested—but stable—version of Brave Origin for advanced users and developers.
- GIMP
GIMP is an acronym for GNU Image Manipulation Program. It is a freely distributed program for such tasks as photo retouching, image composition and image authoring.
- Amazon Kindle
Your library on your PC - read your books on your PC with the free Kindle app.
- PDFtk Server
A command-line tool for working with PDFs, commonly used for client-side scripting or server-side processing of PDFs.
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SageThumbsA powerful shell extension allowing to preview enormous amount of image formats directly in Windows Explorer.
- Vivaldi
Powerful, Personal and Private web browser.
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BrowserOSThe Open-Source Agentic Browser.
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Amazon Send to KindleSend personal documents to your Kindle from your PC.
- PDFTKBuilder
Take control of your PDF documents - merge or split pages; stamp pages or add background watermarks; add page numbers; and even rotate pages.
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Koodo ReaderAll-in-one ebook reader
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Zen Browser - TwilightZen is the best way to browse the web. Beautifully designed, privacy-focused, and packed with features. We care about your experience, not your data.
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PDF StudioAffordable, Powerful PDF Editor for Windows, Mac, Linux
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Brave DevSecure, Fast & Private Web Browser with Adblocker
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BrowserOS neoThe open-source agentic browser for AI agents
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PDF CombineCoolUtils PDF Combiner is software that allows you to merge PDFs offline without uploading your files to any third-party servers.
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PDF Shaper PremiumPDF Software for Home and BusinessSecure, offline document processingDesigned for simplicity and efficiency.
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ExifCleanerDesktop app to clean metadata from images, videos, PDFs, and other files.
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Thorium (AVX2)Chromium fork for Linux, Windows, macOS, Android, and Raspberry Pi named after radioactive element No. 90.
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ThoriumChromium fork for Linux, Windows, macOS, Android, and Raspberry Pi named after radioactive element No. 90.
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Chromium-GostChromium с поддержкой алгоритмов ГОСТ
- WPS Office
A free office suite fully compatible with Microsoft Office
- Foxit PDF Reader
Industry’s most powerful PDF Reader Solution.
- Foxit PDF Reader
Industry’s most powerful PDF Reader Solution.
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Thorium (SSE4)Chromium fork for Linux, Windows, macOS, Android, and Raspberry Pi named after radioactive element No. 90.
- Okular
The Universal Document Viewer
- WPS Office
Complete office suite with PDF editor
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MypalA browser for Windows XP based on Firefox 68.
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TeXworksA simple environment for editing, typesetting, and previewing TeX documents
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SeerA windows quick look tool.
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JPEGsnoopA detailed JPEG image decoder and analysis tool. It reports all image metadata and can even help identify if an image has been edited.
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winchromeChromium for 64-bit Windows - All Codecs: MS Visual Studio 2017
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Waterfox ClassicAn older version of Waterfox, spun off to retain compatibility with XUL plugins, which were/are needed for many older web games and animations.
- Affinity
Award-winning integrated graphic design, photo-editing and publishing solution.
- Vivaldi (Snapshot)
Powerful, Personal and Private web browser
- Firefox Developer Edition (en-US)
Firefox Browser Developer Edition
- Mozilla Firefox (en-US)
Mozilla Firefox is free and open source software, built by a community of thousands from all over the world.
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pstoeditpstoedit - conversion of PostScript files to other vector formats
- Opera Stable
The Opera browser includes everything you need for private, safe, and efficient browsing, along with a variety of unique features to enhance your capabilities online.
- 360安全浏览器
A browser by Qihoo 360 with safety in mind.
- DuckDuckGo Preview
Help Test and Improve New Features with DuckDuckGo Preview for Windows
- Mozilla Firefox ESR (en-US)
Get the Firefox Extended Support Release or Rapid Release browser for comprehensive data security and data protection.
- LightBurn
LightBurn is layout, editing, and control software for your laser cutter.
- Microsoft Edge Beta
Microsoft Edge is a cross-platform web browser built for modern life.
- Ulaa
A browser that respects your privacy, protects your personal data, and is designed to upgrade the way you work online.
- Microsoft Edge Dev
Microsoft Edge is a cross-platform web browser built for modern life.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader (32-bit)
The free global standard for reliably viewing, printing, signing, and commenting on PDF documents.
- 万兴PDF
Versatile and easy-to-use PDF editor
- Ecosia Browser
The greenest browser on Earth.
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