How do I make Bluebeam my default PDF viewer? This is a common question among users who have recently installed the Bluebeam software and want to streamline their workflow. By setting Bluebeam as your default PDF viewer, you can easily open PDF files without the need to manually select the application each time. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to make Bluebeam your default PDF viewer on both Windows and macOS operating systems.
In the following sections, we will provide detailed instructions for each operating system, ensuring that you can easily set Bluebeam as your default PDF viewer and enjoy a more efficient experience. Let’s get started!
Setting Bluebeam as the Default PDF Viewer on Windows:
1. Open a PDF file in Windows.
2. When the “Open with” dialog box appears, select “Choose another app” or “Choose default program” (depending on your Windows version).
3. Look for Bluebeam Revu in the list of installed applications. If it’s not there, click “More apps” or “Open with a different app” to find it.
4. Check the box next to “Always use this app to open .pdf files.”
5. Click “OK” to save your changes.
Alternatively, you can set Bluebeam as the default PDF viewer by changing the file association settings:
1. Right-click on a PDF file.
2. Select “Open with” > “Choose another app.”
3. If Bluebeam Revu is not listed, click “More apps” or “Open with a different app.”
4. Find Bluebeam Revu from the list and check the box next to “Always use this app to open .pdf files.”
5. Click “OK” to save your changes.
Setting Bluebeam as the Default PDF Viewer on macOS:
1. Open a PDF file on your Mac.
2. When the “Open with” dialog box appears, select “Bluebeam Revu” from the list of applications.
3. If Bluebeam Revu is not listed, click “Other” and navigate to the location where Bluebeam Revu is installed.
4. Once you’ve selected Bluebeam Revu, check the box next to “Always open with this app.”
5. Click “Open” to save your changes.
You can also set Bluebeam as the default PDF viewer by changing the file association settings on macOS:
1. Right-click on a PDF file.
2. Select “Get Info.”
3. In the “Open with” section, click the drop-down menu and choose “Bluebeam Revu.”
4. Check the box next to “Always open with this app.”
5. Click “Apply” and then “OK” to save your changes.
By following these steps, you should now have Bluebeam set as your default PDF viewer on both Windows and macOS. This will allow you to quickly and easily open PDF files with Bluebeam, improving your productivity and workflow.
