Open in PDF Reader

Adds a context menu item to send PDF links directly to a PDF viewer like Adobe Acrobat Reader

Open in PDF Reader - Firefox Add-on for Efficient PDF View

'Open in PDF Reader' is a useful Firefox add-on that facilitates the quick opening of PDF files. It adds a context menu item, allowing users to forward PDF links directly to an external reader like Adobe Acrobat Reader or FoxIt. It streamlines opening PDFs by executing a single, direct command, eliminating redundant steps. Additionally, it offers advanced features like defining left-click open, sending PDF URLs to the external executable, and running the external executable with delay for security checks.
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Add-on stats

Manifest V3
Daily users: 31,906
-255
Rating: 3.73
(79)
0.02
Version: 0.3.4 (Last updated: 2024-11-18)
Version code: 5842383
Creation date: 2017-08-18
Weekly download count: 516
Firefox on Android: No
Permissions:
  • storage
  • contextMenus
  • notifications
  • nativeMessaging
  • downloads
  • activeTab
  • alarms
Size: 60.41K
Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 414 ▲ 1
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Other platforms

Open in PDF Reader (v0.3.4)
100,000 3.46 (50)
Not available on Android
Open in PDF Reader (v0.3.4)
92,694 3.40 (14)

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Highly compatible with certain PDF readers like 'zathura'
  • Allows for efficient browsing of online PDF files via keyboard
  • User-friendly for those who need to view many PDFs
Cons
  • May not function as expected for all users
  • Performance issues reported, including slow response times
  • Requires permissions that some users are uncomfortable with
Most mentioned
  • Compatibility with specific PDF readers
  • Functionality may be redundant due to Firefox's built-in options
  • Performance concerns and potential for slow operation
User reviews
by Firefox user 18855050, 2025-03-06
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by Firefox user 14556860, 2025-02-10
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Open in PDF Reader requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Open in PDF Reader. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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