Like every other organization, Outlook might be the only emailing app you have to use in your office.
While working, you have to deal with lots of emails and the attached files that come along.
And this will become a real pain when you cant pave the way out from this problem.
But, dont worry, I will show you the quickest way to get out of this problem.
Just read on until the end to fix chrome becomes Outlooks default PDF file opener.
Lets get started without any delay!
Why is Outlook Opening PDF in Chrome?
You are having this issue while opening a PDF file for these reasons.
People use Adobe PDF reader or .pdf reader apps to view PDF files.
Also, check out our separate post on how toFix Outlook Search Not Working.
This is the quickest way to solve this issue with Outlook.
Go to Outlook and open any attached PDF file.
Check whether the issue is fixed or not.
Heres a complete guide on how toDisable Top Results from Outlook Search.
Both Windows 10 & 11 parameters are quite the same.
If you do not see the app, clickLook for another app on this PCoption.
Thenbrowsefor the installed PDF reader app in the Program files or the installation directory.
pick the.exefile of the app from the installed app folder.
Itll do the work.
Check out our separate post on how toChange the Inbox View in Outlook.
I hope it wont open in Chrome again.
It will open with your selected app from now on.
FAQs
Why are PDF files showing as Chrome in Outlook?
You might have selected Chrome as your default PDF reader app.
Thats why Chrome or other browsers are showing PDF files in Chrome from Outlook instead of other apps.
How can I change the default PDF reader app in Windows?
Go toSettings > Apps > Default apps.
Search for pdf in theSet a default for a file punch in or link typesearch box.
Clickon theselected appand choose another app from the list to make it the default one.
How do I stop Outlook from opening PDFs in my internet tool?
you might do this by going toSettings > Apps > Default apps.
Then choose your preferable app for .pdf file types.
After applying all the steps perfectly, go to Outlook and open any attached .pdf file.
I hope chrome wont open any PDF files again.
Using a good PDF reader app to read or edit any pdf files is always recommended.
Did you face any problems while applying the steps?
Let me know in the comment box.
See you at the next one.
