How to Fix Microsoft Edge not Opening PDF files in Windows 10?

In Windows 10, Microsoft edge is not just a default browser but it is also the default PDF viewer. It is quite common with the Windows 10 users to complain about the browser not opening the PDF files. If this also the issue encountered by you, then it is recommended to get in touch with Microsoft edge support number that stays active online 24x7 or the other way round, you can try the troubleshooting steps given in this blog.

There can be countless reasons behind the browser not opening the PDF files. But it is important to examine the causes first and then apply the solutions so as to eliminate the risk of any other issue to occur over time. PDF files sometimes may contain antivirus due to which they do not open. Here is how you can fix the issue.

Fixing Microsoft Edge not Opening PDF files

Restart the Edge browser: try to reboot your PC and then restart the browser

Open another PDF file: it might be possible that the file which is not opening might be corrupt or damaged. So try to open another file.

Update Windows: try to update your Windows with the latest update available on its official page. Doing this might fix the problem

Reset Edge as Default PDF viewer: to do so, follow the steps:

• Open settings and navigate to apps > default apps
• Click choose default apps by file type link
• Locate the PDF entry and select Edge

Repair & Reset the Microsoft Edge browser: If the PDF file that is not opening, try to repair the browser step by step

Download & install Microsoft Reader app: you can download the official PDF reader available on the Windows store to open the PDF files. Do not forget to change the default settings.

It is not necessary that these steps will work in the same way for everyone. So it is highly recommended to reach out to Microsoft Edge help so as to get relevant support from the skilled technicians to resolve the issue you are facing.