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How to Find Adobe Reader Package Family Name on Windows 10 Mobile
Question details
The user needs to locate the Package Family Name for Adobe Reader to configure it as the default PDF viewer using Interop Tools.
- Product
- Windows 10 Mobile, Adobe Reader
- Device & OS
- Windows 10 Mobile
- Scenario
- Attempting to replace Microsoft Edge as the default PDF application using Interop Tools.
- Observed behavior
- The package family name for Adobe Reader is not stored in standard registry locations, preventing users from completing the default app configuration.
Ensure you have access to an elevated PowerShell session and have Interop Tools installed on your Windows 10 Mobile device or connected PC.
Use PowerShell to Retrieve the Package Family Name
Running a specific PowerShell command is the most reliable way to list installed applications and extract their exact package details.
Windows 10 Mobile manages application packages differently than desktop environments. Because registry locations can vary and are often unreliable for this task, utilizing the built-in Windows package manager via PowerShell guarantees you get the correct identifier for Adobe Reader.
Connect your Windows 10 Mobile device and launch a PowerShell window with Administrator privileges.
Type 'Get-AppxPackage' and press Enter to generate a complete list of all installed applications on the device.
Scroll through the generated output list to find the block of information corresponding to Adobe Reader.
Identify the 'PackageFamilyName' field within the Adobe Reader block, copy the value, and paste it into Interop Tools to set your new default PDF viewer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Microsoft Edge forced as the default PDF reader on Windows 10 Mobile?
Microsoft sets Edge as the default application for HTTP, HTTPS, and PDF files to ensure seamless synchronization with your desktop systems and to maintain a consistent ecosystem experience.
Can I safely use a registry edit to change default apps instead?
Attempting to change default applications via registry modifications on Windows 10 Mobile is highly unreliable. The operating system is designed to protect these settings and will often revert them automatically.
What is Interop Tools on Windows 10 Mobile?
Interop Tools is a powerful third-party application used by advanced users to access and tweak hidden registry settings and system configurations that are not normally available in the standard Windows 10 Mobile interface.
Will the Get-AppxPackage command show all installed apps?
Yes, running the Get-AppxPackage command in an elevated PowerShell session will retrieve and display detailed package information for every application currently installed on the device.
