Setting Web Browser to Save Instead of Open PDFs

Summary

Instructions on how to change default PDF document opening behavior within web browsers.

Body

Issue/Question

How do I change behavior of how PDF files open within web browsers?

Environment

  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Apple Safari

Cause

Even if a default application has been defined within Windows or MacOS, PDF files will not open within default application until the file has been saved to your device. Specific behavior of PDFs viewed online is controlled within browser settings.

Resolution

Details

Details

Article ID: 188
Created
Thu 6/19/14 1:12 PM
Modified
Wed 7/24/24 5:14 PM

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