Frequently Asked Question
How do I set default applications in Windows 11?
Last Updated 3 days ago
If the wrong app opens when you click a file or link, you can change your defaults.
🌐 Change Default Browser
- Go to Settings → Apps → Default apps
- Search for your preferred browser (e.g., Google Chrome)
- Click it, then click Set default at the top
Settings > Apps > Default apps
🌐
Set default
Google Chrome
Web browser
📄
Set default
Adobe Acrobat
PDF viewer
Settings → Apps → Default apps
📎 Change Default App for a File Type
- Right-click any file of that type
- Choose Open with → Choose another app
- Select the app you want and check Always use this app
- Click OK
💡 Tip: To change your default PDF viewer, go to Settings → Apps → Default apps and search for .pdf at the bottom.